Authorities to discuss whether to open up booster vaccine rollout to over 50s
Spain and regional governments will deliberate measure on Thursday
Covid-19
Catalonia kicks off Covid-19 vaccination drive for kids ages 5 to 11
Over 71,000 appointments for children as authorities encourage boosters for over 60s
Almost 45,000 Covid vaccination appointments booked for 5 to 11s on first day
Health authorities urge people over 60 to get booster shots
Covid-19 vaccination appointment bookings now open to children 5 to 11
Catalonia receives 234,000 pediatric doses ahead of rollout among age group on Wednesday
Pandemic in Catalonia worsens as it approaches European average
Covid incidence rate surpasses 400 for first time in 4 months, with ICU pressure increasing
Health department against holding company Christmas parties
Government intends to oblige public to show ID along with Covid passport in establishments where certificates are necessary
Use of Covid passes to enter establishments extended until Christmas Eve
High Court approves measure requiring to show digital certificates in bars, restaurants, gyms, and care homes
Children's jabs to take place in vaccination sites and by appointment only
Pediatric doses to be given from December 15 but not in schools, as health department reports 5 Omicron cases
Hospitalizations due to Covid up 30% in the last week
Over 200 further people have required medical care from coronavirus, with ICU patients also up by a third
Government asks High Court to extend Covid certificate use until Christmas
Pass would be required to enter bars, cafes, restaurants, gyms and care homes up until December 24
Covid-19 vaccine approved for children aged 5-11
Decision comes after European Medicines Agency approves Pfizer pediatric vaccine
Long lines form outside Fira Barcelona walk-in vaccination site
Health minister says health pass system in restaurants and other establishments is "functioning normally"
Unvaccinated Covid-19 patients are four times more likely to end up in ICUs
Children and wealthier people have higher transmission rates in sixth wave of pandemic
Chair of Catalonia's Covid Scientific Advisory Committee calls office Christmas parties 'risky'
Vaccine skeptics should "not fear side effects, but rather getting Covid," says Dr. Magda Campins
Covid certificates required in bars, gyms and care homes
Health passes mandatory from Friday after measure delayed following technical issues