Angel Kunchev
COVID-19 in Bulgaria: 1002 New Cases, Triple Pay for Medics Working in Areas with Shortage of Specialists
The first vaccinations against coronavirus in our country are expected to start on December 27. This was confirmed for NOVA by the Chief Health Inspector Angel Kunchev. According to him, the first vaccines for Bulgaria will start from Belgium on December 24.
First Vaccines Arrive in Bulgaria by Christmas Eve, Vaccination Starts in February
The first vaccinations in Bulgaria can start as early as 27 December, when approval from the European health authorities is expected, Chief Health Inspector Angel Kunchev reported to Nova TV
The start will be set in six hospitals. The lists of those who have expressed readiness to be vaccinated are now ready, and the beginning will be set with 5,000 immunizations.
Bulgaria’s Big Retail Chains Face Ultimatum: Iron Discipline or Shutdown
The control over observance of anti-epidemic measures will be uncompromising, the first to see it will be the owners of the large retail chains. In order to be warned in person, their owners will be called for a meeting with the Minister of Economy Lachezar Borisov.
OFFICIAL: Anti-Epidemic Measures in Bulgaria Remain Until January 31
The emergency anti-epidemic measures in Bulgaria will remain in force until January 31, 2021. This became clear after the National Operational Headquarters presented its proposals to Prime Minister Boyko Borissov.
- Health authorities insist that nightclubs, restaurants, malls, gyms and casinos remain closed. Both conferences and congresses will be banned until January 31.
Bulgaria’s Chief Health Inspector: We Aim at Having 70-75% Vaccinated
No matter that the state organizes vaccination campaign, the choice is voluntary. Even if some private company - an airline, for example, asks for a vaccination certificate, the state will not introduce a mandatory Coronavirus inoculation.
Kunchev: Lifting the Restrictions Now Will Show Up in January
"We can spend some completely normal holidays, but with very small circle of people. If we give up now, we will see the result on January 7-8."
Chief Health Inspector: Big Stores in Bulgaria Will Be Closed Too If Crowds Gather There
There is no way to predict what vaccine will come and in what quantities. Vaccination schedules are worked out in order to know which groups have a priority. That's what Chief Health Inspector Assoc. Prof. Dr. Angel Kunchev said on bTV. He added that at the moment the choice between the already available vaccines is out of the question because it is too early.
Chief Health Inspector: Coronavirus Morbidity Rate in Bulgaria Is Already Lower
Bulgarian Vaccination Plan Ready: 7 Regions, Medics, Police and People over 70 Have Priority
At a working cabinet meeting with Prime Minister Boyko Borissov, Health Minister Kostadin Angelov and Chief State Health Inspector Assoc.Prof. Angel Kunchev presented the National Vaccination Plan against COVID-19, which is due to be approved at a sitting of the Council of Ministers tomorrow. It will also be approved by the National Vaccination Staff.
Bulgaria: Free PCR Tests for Parents and Students in Case of an Infected Child in Class
The Bulgarian Minister of Health believes that COVID-19 tests for parents and students should be free in case of an infected child in class. He said this at a briefing in Dobrich, held together with the Chief State Health Inspector Assoc. Prof. Angel Kunchev.