COVID-19
Most read
Latest
-
Covid-19 Surge Reported In Reykjavík Hospitals
There’s been a resurgence of Covid-19 at the Landspítali hospital in Reykjavík for the third summer running, mbl reports today. The hospital released an announcement stating that cases of Covid-19 have been detected at the Landakot, Hringbraut and Fossvogur locations, with 32…
-
RVK Newscast 221: Covid-19 and Climate Emergency Controversy
It’s sunny, and we’re back with a new RVK Newscast! Today, Reykjavík Grapevine Editor-In-Chief Valur Grettisson, and Chief Morale Officer Pollý are in downtown Reykjavík to bring you all the latest Icelandic news. Read on for more info and links! [su_pullquote]It’s only…
-
174 COVID Deaths In First Seven Months Of 2022
174 people in Iceland have died due to complications from the coronavirus in the first seven month of 2022, RÚV reports, due primarily due to two factors: the spread of the Omnicron variant and the relaxation of pandemic restrictions. [su_pullquote]It’s only one…
-
Fourth Coronavirus Vaccination Shots Beginning This Month
Fourth coronavirus vaccination shots will be made available tomorrow, Vísir reports, at Laugardalshöll for those aged 60 and older. Influenza shots will be offered at the same time. [su_pullquote]Join our weekly newsletter to get our next quiz sent by email and you…
-
Fourth COVID-19 Vaccine Available Next Month
The fourth COVID-19 vaccine will be available to everyone who wants it next month, reports RÚV. Up to 25,000 people have already received the fourth injection in Iceland. [su_pullquote]To celebrate reaching 200 RVK Newscast episodes on Youtube, as well as the new…
-
Directorate Of Health Warns Of Rising COVID-19 Re-Infections
The Directorate of Health reports COVID-19 re-infections are rising even though many people have been vaccinated. [su_pullquote]We are having a summer sale on all our Icelandic soaps, scrubs, face masks, perfumes and more! These are all high-quality products made by Icelandic producers…
-
RVK Newscast 195: Ancient Artefacts And Weather Warnings
Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode Josie Anne checks out The National Museum of Iceland to see a very special pair of mittens that have just been dated from the time of settlement. Yellow weather warnings for high winds have…
-
Police Release 2018-2020 Crime Statistics
The National Commissioner of Police found the number of rapes decreased in 2018-2020, but the number of sexual offenses against children increased during this time, likely reflecting the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns. [su_pullquote]The new Reykjavík Grapevine print issue is out! Subscribe to it…
-
44 People Hospitalised, 67 Landspítali Employees Isolating Due To COVID-19
The number of COVID-19 cases has increased rapidly since the beginning of June, with recent figures showing 44 individuals are currently hospitalised. Three of them are in intensive care. [su_pullquote]The new Reykjavík Grapevine print issue is out! Subscribe to it in our…
-
Study Determines Vaccines Prevented 20 Million COVID-19 Deaths Worldwide
A new UK study on the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines found they prevented nearly 20 million deaths in the first year of the pandemic, reports RÚV. The results are published in the medical journal The Lancet. [su_pullquote]Summer Sale on T-Shirts in the Grapevine…
-
Managers Appeal To The Conscience Of Weary Nurses
Facing a staffing shortage, the Icelandic Nurses’ Association is concerned that “pangs of conscience” might force nurses to work exceedingly long hours, reports RÚV. [su_pullquote]Summer Sale on T-Shirts in the Grapevine shop! We only have a chance to wear a T-shirt outdoors…
-
Landspítali Discarded Over 540,000 Particle Filter Masks
Landspítali has purchased almost 15 million units of protective equipment in the last two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which amounts to over ISK 1.5 billion, reports Vísir. [su_pullquote]Summer Sale on T-Shirts in the Grapevine shop! We only have a chance…
-
Directorate Of Health Announces “Widespread Immunity” Against COVID, But Reinfection Still A Risk
A new report issued by the Directorate of Health concludes that “widespread immunity against COVID-19 has been achieved in society”, but it bears mentioning that the risk of reinfection still remains. [su_pullquote]Are you going to Iceland in the near future? Check out…
-
Fourth Coronavirus Vaccine Shots May Be On The Horizon
Chief epidemiologist Þórólfur Guðnason believes people can continue to live publicly without masks through the summer, RÚV reports, but is also considering allowing folks to get a second booster shot, given the presence of a new Omicron variant. [su_pullquote]If you appreciate our…
-
Fourth Dose Of Covid-19 Vaccine Recommended For Those Above 80
Chief Epidemiologist Þórólfur Guðnason has decided to offer a fourth dose of covid vaccine to those aged 80 or above, Vísir reports. [su_pullquote]Are you going to Iceland in the near future? Check out all the trips you can order from us! We…
-
Landspítali No Longer At Emergency Levels
Landspítali hospital has lowered their alert level from “emergency” to “caution” in light of a decrease in COVID admissions, Vísir reports. [su_pullquote]The Icelandic Easter Box! How about it? Easter is drawing closer! The beautiful celebration of resurrection and the beginning of spring!…
-
Government Will No Longer Pay For COVID Rapid Tests
Starting on April 1st, private entities will no longer be subsidised for coronavirus rapid tests, an announcement from the Ministry of Health states. [su_pullquote]It’s the one year birthday of our wonderful little Geldingadalir eruption that we miss so dearly. So we offer…
-
Parkodín Out Of Stock Now, Icelandic Medicines Agency Criticized
On March 16, it was announced that Covid-19 patients can now buy 10 tablets of Parkodín without a prescription. [su_pullquote]We have over 60 kinds of Icelandic candy in our store! How is it different? Well, see for yourself! Icelanders love mixing flavours…
-
COVID Roundup: Six In Intensive Care, Incidence Rate Has Declined
According to the latest data from covid.is, there are now six people in intensive care with the coronavirus, and 81 people in hospital with COVID-19 as a whole. [su_pullquote]We have over 60 kinds of Icelandic candy in our store! How is it…
-
Those Infected With Сovid-19 No Longer Need Prescription For Parkodín
Starting today, Covid-19 patients can buy 10 tablets of Parkodín without a prescription. [su_pullquote]You can now order First Lady of Iceland Eliza Reid’s new book from our store! Of course, you will also get a copy of the latest issue of The…
-
Minister Who Lifted All Pandemic Measures Encourages People To Take Responsibility For Preventing Spread Of Virus
It has been nearly two weeks since all pandemic measures were lifted in Iceland, both domestically and at the border. [su_pullquote]Get a copy of our new issue, hot off the press, and a presale copy of First Lady Eliza Reid’s new book![/su_pullquote]…
-
One In Ten Icelanders Now With Coronavirus
According to the latest data from covid.is, the 14-day incidence of the coronavirus per 100,000 people is now 10,460. In other words, just over one in ten Icelanders now has the coronavirus. [su_pullquote]Get a copy of our new issue, hot off the…
-
COVID Roundup: 2,236 Cases Yesterday, 65 Total Deaths
2,236 cases of the coronavirus in Iceland were recorded yesterday; 2,089 of those from rapid testing, and 147 from PCR testing. [su_pullquote]Easter is drawing closer and now we have Icelandic Easter Eggs back in stock![/su_pullquote] In terms of other daily numbers, there…