The shift to remote classes coincides with the two-week winter school holidays.
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Poland records highest ever number of new Covid cases as Omicron surges
36,665 new cases were reported today, with some forecasts predicting the figure to pass 100,000 next month.
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Poland records highest ever daily Covid cases as government prepares tougher restrictions
Almost 30,000 new infections were reported today.
Up to 70% of vaccine appointments missed in Poland as minister condemns AstraZeneca reporting
Unlike other European countries, Poland did not suspend its AstraZeneca jabs.
British Covid variant now dominant in Poland and causing increased hospitalisation of children
It will soon make up 80% of new cases.
Poland reports second highest ever daily Covid cases and record number of patients on ventilators
Today’s total of 27,278 new infections is close to the November peak.
Poland returns to national lockdown, closing hotels, schools and shopping centres
Recently reopened venues will close and children will return to remote learning.
Poland makes Covid tests available through online questionnaire without doctor consultation
But some users have claimed that the online test downplays the risk of infection.
Long-term Covid sufferers treated in ancient Polish salt mine 135m below ground
Wieliczka Salt Mine has long been used as a health resort.
Poland to suspend planned medical procedures to ensure capacity for Covid patients
The restrictions will not apply to cancer diagnostics and treatment.
Authorities confirm Covid rules violated at Kaczyński church service but no action to be taken
Masking and distancing requirements were breached, say the sanitary authorities.
Hundreds of police interventions as crowds flock to Poland’s winter capital after restrictions eased
An estimated 20,000 tourists descended on Zakopane.
How does Poland’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout compare to other countries?
Marcin Waligóra
Despite controversies, Poland’s strategy has been quite effective so far.
Hotels, cinemas and sports facilities to reopen as Poland further loosens lockdown
Restaurants, bars and gyms remain closed.
