Spanish Health Minister José Manuel Minuesa announced on July 4 the end of the state of emergency imposed over three years ago due to the spread of the coronavirus, informs El Mundo.
The decision to lift the state of emergency was made by the Spanish government due to a sustained downward trend in COVID-19 cases and a low hospitalisation rate of less than 1%. The Minister of Health emphasised that this, along with the lower virulence of the 'Omicron' variant, high vaccination rates, and natural population immunity, indicates that 'this disease is no longer a healthcare crisis situation'.
As a result, the requirement to wear masks in medical centres and pharmacies has been lifted, although individuals with respiratory symptoms, those in public places, and healthcare professionals are advised to continue wearing them.
Over the course of the past two years, Spain has implemented various restrictions and measures to combat the spread of the virus. The gradual easing of restrictions suggests a positive trajectory in the country's efforts to manage the pandemic.
Spain has reported a total of 14mn confirmed cases of COVID-19 during the pandemic, with approximately 122,000 deaths attributed to the virus. These figures highlight the significant impact of the virus on the country and the challenges faced by its healthcare system.
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