Bremen’s Triple Threat: Corona, Flu, RSV in May 2025
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Bremen Grapples with Respiratory Viruses: A Status Report
BREMEN, Germany (May 1, 2025) – Respiratory illnesses continue to circulate in Bremen, with health officials tracking a range of infections from the common cold to influenza and COVID-19. Data released by the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) provides a snapshot of the prevalence of these diseases in the region.
COVID-19 in Bremen: Incidence Remains Low
While the pandemic has subsided, COVID-19 remains present. Last week, Bremen recorded one new case of the virus, which is caused by SARS-CoV-2.the highest 7-day incidence, 0.4 cases per 100,000 residents, was observed in the 35-59 age group. the city’s 7-day incidence stands at 0.1 per 100,000, according to the RKI data. as the pandemic’s start,Bremen has reported 308,932 laboratory-confirmed cases.
| Age Group | 7-Day Incidence | New Cases Last 7 Days | Total Cases in Bremen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00-04 | 0 | 0 | 6,972 |
| 05-14 | 0 | 0 | 33,565 |
| 15-34 | 0 | 0 | 99,685 |
| 35-59 | 0.4 | 1 | 114,612 |
| 60-79 | 0 | 0 | 39,295 |
| 80+ | 0 | 0 | 14,654 |
| All Ages | 0.1 | 1 | 308,932 |
Influenza update: Four New Cases Reported
Bremen saw four new cases of influenza, or “the flu,” in the most recent week tracked (calendar week 17). This translates to an influenza incidence of 0.58. The flu, caused by the influenza virus, often presents with sudden onset, high fever, and body aches.
| Age Group | New Flu Cases last Week | Influenza Incidence in bremen |
|---|---|---|
| 00-14 | 1 | 1.02 |
| 60+ | 3 | 1.58 |
| All Ages | 4 | 0.58 |
Acute Respiratory Illnesses in Northern Germany
Health officials are also monitoring acute respiratory illnesses (ARI) and influenza-like illnesses (ILI) in the greater Northern (West) region of Germany, which includes Bremen. According to the RKI, ARI encompasses all new respiratory illnesses accompanied by sore throat, cough, or fever. ILI is a subset of ARI specifically characterized by cough or sore throat *and* fever.
| week 17/2025 | Region North (West) | Germany Overall | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Acute Respiratory Illnesses (per 100,000) | 3,300 (Previous Week: 3,800) | 3,700 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Bremen Grapples with Respiratory Viruses: A Status ReportBREMEN,Germany (May 1,2025) – Respiratory illnesses continue to circulate in Bremen,with health officials tracking a range of infections from the common cold to influenza and COVID-19. Data released by the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) provides a snapshot of the prevalence of these diseases in the region. COVID-19 in Bremen: Incidence Remains LowWhile the pandemic has subsided, COVID-19 remains present. Last week, Bremen recorded one new case of the virus, which is caused by SARS-CoV-2.the highest 7-day incidence,0.4 cases per 100,000 residents, was observed in the 35-59 age group. the cityS 7-day incidence stands at 0.1 per 100,000, according to the RKI data. as the pandemic’s start,Bremen has reported 308,932 laboratory-confirmed cases.
Influenza update: Four New Cases ReportedBremen saw four new cases of influenza, or “the flu,” in the most recent week tracked (calendar week 17). This translates to an influenza incidence of 0.58. The flu, caused by the influenza virus, often presents with sudden onset, high fever, and body aches.
Acute Respiratory Illnesses in Northern GermanyHealth officials are also monitoring acute respiratory illnesses (ARI) and influenza-like illnesses (ILI) in the greater Northern (West) region of Germany, which includes Bremen. According to the RKI, ARI encompasses all new respiratory illnesses accompanied by sore throat, cough, or fever. ILI is a subset of ARI specifically characterized by cough or sore throat *and* fever.
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