National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases in Bulgaria

The National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases in Bulgaria has confirmed the country's first case of measles, sparking concerns about potential outbreaks. The case, originating in Sofia, was identified at the end of last week by the national reference laboratory for measles, mumps, and rubella.

The new coronavirus mutation is gaining momentum in the Balkans. At the beginning of the week, the National Center for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases in Bulgaria reported 84 samples of the Delta variant from 85 tested patients.