“The number of new infections has been very low for a few weeks, which means that the campaign can stop. Nevertheless, the disease can still rise and there are still infections,” warns the RIVM, which therefore calls for vigilance.
After a peak in the summer, the number of infections has now decreased to a few per week. “For example, the virus was detected in only nine people in the past two weeks. Due to the small number of new infections, the need to vaccinate is no longer present,” says the health institute.
Behavior and Immunity
“Changed behaviour” and natural immunity have also led to a reduction in the number of new infections, the RIVM thinks. The institute cannot yet say how great the effect of the vaccinations has been.
In November, it will be examined whether vaccinations or other measures may be necessary in the future.
By: ANP