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Reminder regarding the population groups that can perform rapid tests through the testing stations of the Ministry of Health

Following the decision of the Council of Ministers, dated 2 July, it is reminded that as of August 1, only the following categories of citizens can be served at the mobile rapid testing units that will operate through the program of the Ministry of Health: Minors up to 17 years old. It is understood that children aged […]

Reminder on the process of approval by exception of request for Free Rapid Test for medical reasons

As per today’s announcement here in Greek,, the Ministry of Health reminds us that, in consultation with the Pancyprian Medical Association, a procedure for examining applications has been established, for providing a  certificate for by exception provision of free antigen rapid test for COVID-19 for persons who for medical reasons are recommended not to be vaccinated. […]

Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19, dated 2/8/2021

Following a decision of the Council of Ministers, on 18 February 2021, regarding the Action Plan for the gradual resumption of flights and the re-opening of airports, the Epidemiological Monitoring Unit of the Ministry of Health has made a re-evaluation of the epidemiological situation in various countries as regards COVID-19 here. The categorization for the countries […]

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions on the decisions of the Council of Ministers – 30 July 2021

The Ministry of Health has issued FAQs here as regards the Ministerial Council decisions of July 30th. This is an official translation. Where is a SafePass required? In all indoor and outdoor areas as well as in premises where, subject to the distancing measures in accordance with the relevant guidelines and health protocols, there is the possibility of more […]

Vaccination procedure for minors aged 12 to 17

Taking into account the recommendations of the Cyprus Paediatric Society and the Scientific Advisory Committee, and in an effort to increase the vaccination shielding of the population, the Council of Ministers approved on Friday 30.07.21 the proposal to extend vaccination to underage persons aged 12-15. The Vaccination Portal will be made available for appointment scheduling […]

Rapid Antigen Testing – what changes from 1 August

The Ministry of Health has issued additional information with regards to the changes in the Rapid Antigen Test Process that will be effective as of August 1st here as follows here and unofficially translated: What changes from the 1st of August onwards in relation to the performance of rapid antigen detection tests? According to a […]

Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19, dated 19/07/2021, effective as of 22 July 2021.

Following a decision of the Council of Ministers, on 18 February 2021, regarding the Action Plan for the gradual resumption of flights and the re-opening of airports, the Epidemiological Monitoring Unit of the Ministry of Health has made a re-evaluation of the epidemiological situation in various countries as regards COVID-19 here.. The categorization for the countries of […]

Answers to frequently asked questions about the decisions of the Council of Ministers, dated 16 July 2021

The Ministry of Health has issued FAQs here in Greek as regards the decisions announced July 16th as follows (Unofficial Translation): What about organized group camps? Organized summer group camps, regardless of the age of the participants, suspend their operation immediately, as soon as the current hosting of persons ends, and no later than July […]

Statement by the Minister of Health Mr. Michalis Hadjipandelas on the decisions of the Council of Ministers to stop the pandemic – effective as of July 20th

The Minister of Health Mr. Michael Hadjipantelas  has announced today here in Greek, a number of measures agreed at the Ministerial Council. These include amongst others: Suspension of camping operations. Ongoing camps must be closed as soon as the current accommodation is completed by 23 July at the latest. It is allowed to serve guests […]