Stable COVID-19 Cases in Germany as RSV Concerns Rise

Around 12,000 COVID-19 cases reported weekly, while experts urge RSV vaccinations for vulnerable groups.

The Robert Koch Institute reported approximately 12,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases last week, maintaining stability from the previous week.
The prevalence of the KP.3.1.1 sublineage of the Omicron variant is higher than previously thought, accounting for 59% of cases.
Germany saw 6.4 million acute respiratory infections, with the number of severe COVID-19 cases remaining low.
RSV infections pose a significant threat to older adults, prompting recommendations for vaccinations, particularly for those over 75.
RSV is more contagious than influenza, spreading through droplets and surfaces, with vaccinations advised before the RSV season peaks.