The health minister admits the rise in infections “is exceeding all forecasts”.
COVID-19
“Warning lights are flashing for unvaccinated” says Polish government as fourth wave accelerates
3,000 new infections were reported today, 60% more than a week ago, while deaths have more than doubled.
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Poland unveils multi-billion support package to counter coronavirus economic fallout
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Polish society rallies to help medical staff and the vulnerable during coronavirus shutdown
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