Coronavirus: Which rules apply in Berlin?
What is the current situation?
The number of corona cases in Berlin has been increasing again for several weeks. The Senate is therefore adapting the Infection Protection Ordinance and introducing new quarantine regulations.
What are the new quarantine regulations?
From Friday, people who have had contact with an infected person must remain in quarantine for five days. This applies regardless of whether the contact person has been vaccinated or has already recovered from a corona infection. Only those who can provide a negative test result can end the quarantine early.
Which tests are there and when are they necessary?
There are two types of corona tests: PCR tests and rapid tests. PCR tests are more accurate but also take longer to get results. Rapid tests are less accurate but provide results more quickly. In Berlin, PCR tests are mandatory for people who have symptoms of a corona infection. Rapid tests are recommended for people who have had contact with an infected person.
What are the other rules that apply in Berlin?
In addition to the quarantine regulations, there are other corona rules that apply in Berlin. These include:
- The obligation to wear a mask in public transport and in shops.
- The requirement to keep a distance of 1.5 meters from other people.
- The ban on gatherings of more than 10 people.
Conclusion
The corona pandemic is not over yet. In Berlin, the number of cases is increasing again. The Senate is therefore adapting the Infection Protection Ordinance and introducing new quarantine regulations. It is important to continue to follow the rules in order to protect yourself and others from infection.
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