How crisis-ready is Czechia? A new report highlights shortcomings
A report says Czechia lacks sufficient protective gear and has old systems, but the Interior Ministry says the information is outdated.
Covid booster jabs with updated formula now available in Prague
The newly approved vaccines are optimized for the BA.1 Covid variant, while doses that can protect against BA.4 and 5 could arrive by Sept. 19.
President Zeman dismisses Health Minister Blatný, appoints replacement
Blatný had been the third health minister during the pandemic; he will be replaced by Petr Arenberger, director of the Prague-Vinohrady Teaching Hospital.
Health Ministry: Polish women and EU citizens can come to the Czech Republic for abortions
A letter signed last year by Health Minister Blatný misinterpreted the law regarding eligibility for abortion.
Mental health in the time of Corona: Czech government to launch new help program
Anxiety and depression have almost tripled in connection with the pandemic.
Czech Republic coronavirus updates, Nov. 9: cases steadily decline, new travel rules in effect
Sunday's reported number of new cases was the lowest in multiple weeks.
Update: Residents of Czech senior homes won't face hefty fines if they refuse a COVID-19 test
A new regulation requires all clients and employees of social facilities to be tested, but operators can’t force them to comply
The Czech government will announce new anti-COVID measures next week
The new measures are likely to include a ban on gatherings of over 10-20 people and distance learning
