In the fight against the corona pandemic, a third dose of vaccine is also being offered in Italy for certain population groups. This was announced by Prime Minister Mario Draghi on Thursday after a meeting of his government. Health Minister Roberto Speranza specified a third dose from the end of September onwards.
Italy sees itself on the right way with the vaccinations, as Draghi emphasized. On Thursday, more than 70 percent of the population to be vaccinated over the age of twelve was vaccinated. For the end of September, the government expects a value of 80 percent, as Draghi said. Speranza praised the younger population in particular, who are diligently vaccinated.
Green Pass is being expanded
The government is optimistic about the start of school in September: 91.5 percent of teachers have already been vaccinated. Draghi emphasized that the focus was on students and hoped that face-to-face teaching would be assured.
In addition, the head of government announced that the so-called Green Pass will be expanded. Currently, only people are allowed on domestic flights, long-distance buses or trains, museums and interior areas of restaurants who have the “Green Pass” as proof of vaccination, corona recovery or a negative test; Italy recognizes the Corona passport valid in the EU. Children under the age of twelve are exempt.
Draghi said it was certain that the “Green Pass” will be applied to other areas in the future. At first it remained unclear what these would be; Authorities or areas of the private economy are conceivable. (cat / SDA)