The latest summary examines the occurrence of respiratory infections and hospitalizations in Iceland during weeks 18 and 19, with a look at the situation in Europe.

The Icelandic language test for citizenship was held from 14 to 31 May. It is a pleasure to report that 90% of the 460 who took the test met the basic requirements for Icelandic knowledge for Icelandic citizenship.

The spread of COVID-19 is increasing in Iceland. Now there are officially diagnosed over 200 people a day.

The Chief Epidemiologist highlights a recent report from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), indicating the success of infection control measures in Iceland during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Directorate of Public Prosecutions has issued new/updated instructions, No. 7/2020, on violations of the Icelandic quarantine act and rules issued on the basis of the Act.

A new review of the frequency of respiratory infections and hospitalizations in Iceland in autumn compares the situation in Europe.

In a recent review the frequency of respiratory infections and hospitalizations due to them is reviewed and the situation in Iceland is compared to Europe.

The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, in consultation with the Chief Epidemiologist, has decided to cancel the uncertainty level of civil protection due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

HSN will cease sampling for people with symptoms of COVID-19 as of 1 March 2023.

A COVID-19 vaccine is available from the distributor. The vaccine that will be used in vaccinations in the winter of 2024-2025 according to contracts from the Ministry of Health is a Comirnaty JN.1 vaccines.