The Austrian government announced that the fourth nationwide isolation began in Austria on Monday, which was caused by an increase in cases of COVID in Europe. The government also announced that it will make vaccination mandatory in the country from February 1.
According to the latest data, the proportion of fully vaccinated residents of Austria is about 66% - one of the lowest rates in Western Europe.
The government reported that many leisure establishments (cafes, restaurants and theaters and other establishments) will be closed for 10 days, while it is possible that restrictions may be extended for another 10 days.
"Isolation is a relatively harsh method, but it is the only way to reduce the number of diseases," said Health Minister Wolfgang Mückstein.
The number of daily infections in Australia has risen above the previous peak amid skepticism about vaccination as winter approaches.