In the epidemiological bulletin that Sciensano will publish tomorrow January 6, and that Free was able to obtain, we observe that 27,199 people tested positive for Covid-19 on January 3, 2022. A record since the start of the epidemic in Belgium. The last record was dated October 27, 2021, with 22,221 cases.
The interfederal spokesperson for the fight once morest Covid-19, Yves Van Laethem, has already commented on this new figure to our colleagues at RTBF. He is not surprised. “It’s a record, but it will continue to increase. Overall 5 out of 6 contaminations can be attributed to Omicron. ” It is clear that this is a significant progression. “It’s an explosion. While it was mainly active with 20-30 years in the Brussels region, the virus is now present throughout the country and affects all age groups, except the elderly “, analysis Van Laethem.
Hospitalizations are increasing
This report also shows that the number of new hospital admissions continues to increase. On January 3, Sciensano recorded 151 new hospitalized people. This indicator rises to 217 for January 4, and 190 for January 5.
The symbolic bar of 500
In terms of intensive care services, a symbolic and positive milestone has been reached. Belgium is back below the bar of 500 occupied beds. As of January 5, 470 intensive care beds were occupied by Covid patients.
It is important to mention that the data from the last few days presented in Sciensano’s report is not yet consolidated. The statistics will be corrected in the coming days.
