Poland is still waiting. This is how other countries have solved the vaccination problem

It is impossible for the COVID-19 virus to rest. In almost all countries, infection rates are beginning to rise dangerously. Autumn can again show the power of the disease. Many countries’ governments do not wait and offer compulsory vaccinations. Discussion on this topic is also taking place in Poland. In our country, teachers and medical staff can be subject to compulsory vaccinations. However, no binding decisions have been taken in this regard.

However, it is declining in many other countries. France decided to introduce compulsory vaccinations. Until the new rules were announced, 40 percent were vaccinated here. population. The government wants all healthcare workers to be vaccinated by September 15. Mandatory vaccinations will apply to anyone who works in hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, regardless of their job. If they choose not to do so, they will not be paid.

France’s top health authority has recommended that the country consider introducing a mandatory vaccine against the Covid-19 virus to the entire population. However, the government has not decided to do so yet, but it has introduced other rules to mobilize the adoption of the vaccine.

From August, entering a cafe, restaurant, shopping center, hospital or traveling by train, you will have to show a certificate of vaccination, and from October you will have to pay for state-paid PCR tests on demand. Tests ordered by a doctor will be an exception.

Medical staff must also be vaccinated against COVID-19 in Hungary and the United Kingdom, as well as in Greece and Italy. Greece announced such guidelines shortly after France. Before the restrictions were in place, 41 percent were vaccinated here. population. In addition to the mandatory vaccination of doctors and elderly care workers, Greece has also decided to check vaccination certificates when entering closed rooms, including restaurants, discos and concert halls.

It is similar in Italy. There, in addition to vaccinating doctors, there is a similar obligation for teachers. In Italy, a vaccination certificate must also be presented before entering restaurants, bars, clubs, shopping malls, cinemas and theatres. Currently 71 percent. Italians received at least one dose, 59 percent. He underwent a full course of vaccination.

In late June, Australia decided to introduce mandatory vaccinations for high-risk elderly care workers and quarantine workers. It has also made vaccinations mandatory for Paralympians heading to Tokyo, as unvaccinated team members may pose health risks.

The Moscow city government has ordered all public office workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The companies were given a month to make sure that at least 60 percent. Workers received their first doses, were fined or temporarily closed.

Muscovites will no longer need to provide a QR code showing they have been vaccinated or have immunity to sit in cafes, restaurants and bars from July 19.

Business tracking by government decisions. More and more companies decide to introduce compulsory vaccinations to employees. This can be seen in the example of the USA.

What decisions will be taken in Poland? The government is considering different scenarios. The situation is also monitored by the head of the health inspectorate. – We analyze the epidemiological situation in Poland and the world on an ongoing basis. Various solutions are discussed, and there is extensive discussion with experts, including members of the medical board. All available scientific data point to the role of preventive vaccines as a key factor in the face of the epidemic, which is why the circulation of vaccines is now of key importance, says Jan Bodnar, press spokesman for the Public Health Inspectorate.

There it was announced that the mandatory vaccination of medical staff, and later also of employees of the Federal Administration and service providers, similar moves can now be seen in action.

Mandatory vaccinations have already been announced by companies such as Google, Facebook, Netflix, Microsoft, Disney and Walmart. The latter company is the largest private employer in the United States, and the obligation will cover employees of headquarters and managers who travel in the United States. Everyone who creates movies and series on Netflix should be vaccinated. Soon, similar restrictions may be imposed by other companies.