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Not only are corona infections increasing in Germany – the death rate is also higher than a year ago, despite vaccinations. But why is that?
Berlin – The corona infections are skyrocketing – and the intensive care units are filling up again: Germany is heading straight for a violent fourth wave. Part of the population has now been vaccinated against the virus. Nevertheless, the number of corona deaths has been increasing again since August. In retrospect, this figure is even greater than it was a year ago. (As of November 5, 2021 150 deaths; as of November 5, 2020 118 deaths). But why is that? An overview.
Corona in Germany: Infections and death rates are increasing
Biggest sticking point of the cause: That Infection process is significantly more dynamic overall – and the number of cases is significantly higher than in the comparable period a year ago, emphasized the RKI when asked by Merkur.de. Another logical point for the many corona deaths: the higher the Case numbers, the more people become seriously ill – and the more people die.
According to the RKI, this is mainly due to the fact that a significant proportion – more than 16 million – of those over the age of 12 are still not vaccinated is. Including some elderly people. As of Tuesday, November 2, 70 percent of the population in Germany had been vaccinated at least once and 67 percent had been fully vaccinated.
Also in terms of Distance and hygiene rules and when it comes to wearing a mask, the Germans have become negligent. These measures would – just like the 2 and 3G rule – not implemented sufficiently. “The current development was to be expected under the conditions,” clarifies the RKI.
High corona death rates: Lighter rules than a year ago – vaccination protection is decreasing
Compared to last year, the Corona rules much laxer. For example, discos and bars were closed last autumn, and restrictions on private meetings dominated everyday life. Mostly also prohibited: indoor events. All of this is possible again today – and could contribute to the increase in the number of cases and thus also in the number of deaths.
A strong increase in There are currently deaths among the elderly. The current RKI weekly report shows that the last two weeks show a renewed increase to currently 472 deaths. Of these, 82,198 (86 percent) of the people were 70 years of age or older.
Corona deaths are increasing: Elderly people are particularly affected
Exactly the group of people who were vaccinated longest ago. A study by the Berlin Charité shows that, especially in older people, the immune response decreases faster after a vaccination than in younger people.
Conclusion: The entire pandemic development of deaths stands and falls primarily with the occurrence of infections. Fastest solutions to quickly reduce the numbers again? According to the RKI, this is clearly vaccination – and strict compliance with the corona rules.
The corona numbers are also climbing rapidly across Europe. The continent is again at the center of the pandemic. The WHO is very concerned about this. Read more news from all over the world here. (kof)
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