Berlin’s Respiratory Illness Situation: A Comprehensive Overview for April 2026
Berlin, April 10, 2026 – The German capital is currently experiencing a relatively stable situation regarding acute respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. According to the latest data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) as of April 9, 2026, infection rates remain manageable, though vigilance is still advised.
COVID-19 in Berlin: Low Incidence with 9 New Cases
COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, continues to be present in Berlin. In the past week, a total of 9 new laboratory-confirmed cases were reported across the city. The overall 7-day incidence rate for COVID-19 in Berlin stands at a low 0.2 per 100,000 inhabitants. The highest incidence is observed in the age group of over 80-year-olds, with a rate of 2.1.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Berlin has recorded 1,476,902 laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases. The breakdown by age group for the past seven days is as follows:
- 0-4 years: 0 new cases
- 5-14 years: 0 new cases
- 15-34 years: 0 new cases
- 35-59 years: 2 new cases (incidence 0.2)
- 60-79 years: 2 new cases (incidence 0.3)
- 80+ years: 5 new cases (incidence 2.1)
Influenza: 396 New Cases in Calendar Week 52/2025
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