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Covid hospitalizations climb

Monday, 25 September 2023 06:30

The number of people in hospital suffering from covid is up.

The head of infectious diseases at Winterthur Cantonal Hospital, Urs Karrer, told the NZZ yesterday the main reason is a new variant.

Although the virus is not spreading as fast as the winter of 2022, he says he believes up to 30% of the population could be infected – which will still be a serious wave. 

But he does point out not as many people die of covid now. 

Those in hospital are also suffering from other conditions – such as heart problems. 

However, the government is recommending all those vulnerable should be tested. 
 

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