Spain is mulling over re-introducing the mask rule as the government on Monday (Jan 8) proposed a nationwide mandate for people to wear masks in hospitals and health clinics.

Flu and Covid cases rise in Europe: Spain mulls nationwide hospital mask mandate

Europe remains in the firm grip of the deadly covid-19 pandemic, several countries in the region continue to report worrying trends. The World Health Organization has warned that the death toll in Europe can top 2.2 million this winter if the current trends continue.

Slovakia, Netherlands, Hungary post record covid cases

The World Health Organization has warned that the death toll in Europe can top 2.2 million this winter if the current trends continue.

WHO: Europe staring at 2.2 million deaths this winter