Berlin, July 20 – The latest statistics from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for July 19, 2026, reveal a relatively low prevalence of common respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19, influenza, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in Berlin. The data provides an overview of infection numbers and affected age groups, offering insight into the current health landscape of the German capital.
COVID-19 in Berlin: Low Incidence with 0.1
COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, continues to be monitored, even post-pandemic. Symptoms often include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. In the past week, Berlin recorded only 2 new COVID-19 cases. The highest 7-day incidence rate for COVID-19 was observed in the 80+ age group, at 0.4 per 100,000 inhabitants. Across all age groups, Berlin’s current 7-day COVID-19 incidence stands at 0.1 per 100,000 inhabitants as of July 19, 2026. Since the beginning of the pandemic, a total of 1,476,956 laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases have been reported in Berlin.
COVID-19 Cases by Age Group in Berlin (as of July 19, 2026)
- 0-4 years: 0 new cases, 39,040 total cases
- 5-14 years: 0 new cases, 167,646 total cases
- 15-34 years: 0 new cases, 477,107 total cases
- 35-59 years: 1 new case, incidence 0.1, 567,339 total cases
- 60-79 years: 0 new cases, 161,008 total cases
- 80+ years: 1 new case, incidence 0.4, 63,372 total cases
- Overall (0+ years): 2 new cases, incidence 0.1, 1,476,956 total cases
Flu in Berlin: 4 New Cases Reported
The ‘true’ flu (influenza), caused by the influenza virus, is typically characterized by a sudden onset of illness, high fever, and body aches. In calendar week 28, Berlin registered 4 new flu cases, corresponding to an influenza incidence of 0.11 per 100,000 inhabitants.
New Flu Cases by Age Group in Berlin (Calendar Week 28)
- 15-59 years: 3 new cases, incidence 0.13
- 60+ years: 1 new case, incidence 0.11
- Overall (0+ years): 4 new cases, incidence 0.11
Acute Respiratory and Flu-like Illnesses in Eastern Germany
Beyond influenza, the RKI also closely monitors the development of regional case numbers for acute respiratory illnesses (ARE) and influenza-like illnesses (ILI). ARE, as defined by the RKI, includes all new respiratory illnesses with cough, sore throat, or fever. ILI is a specific form of ARE where fever occurs in addition to a cough or sore throat.
For calendar week 28/2026, the estimated weekly incidence of acute respiratory illnesses in the Eastern German region, which includes Berlin, was 3,800 per 100,000 inhabitants. This marks an increase from the previous week (3,700) and is above the national average of 3,300. For flu-like illnesses, the estimated incidence is 500 per 100,000 inhabitants, also an increase from the previous week (200). However, this value for flu-like illnesses in the Eastern region remains below the national average of 600.
These estimated incidences for the German population are based on voluntary self-reported data from participants registered with the RKI’s online portal, GrippeWeb. In calendar week 28/2026, 1,570 participants from the Eastern region reported their data, while nationwide figures are based on reports from 8,852 individuals. It is important to note that these are self-reports and not laboratory-confirmed findings.
No New RSV Cases in Berlin
The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a global cause of respiratory illnesses that can affect individuals of all ages. Severe courses of illness are most common in infants, young children, and the elderly. In calendar week 27, there were no new RSV cases reported in Berlin, with the current RSV incidence at 0 laboratory-confirmed cases per 100,000 inhabitants.
The highest RSV incidence in Berlin this year was recorded in calendar week 05/2026, with 226 new RSV cases, corresponding to an incidence of 6.02 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.
New RSV Cases and Incidence in Berlin (Calendar Weeks 23-27)
- KW 27/2026: 0 new cases, incidence 0
- KW 26/2026: 2 new cases, incidence 0.05
- KW 25/2026: 3 new cases, incidence 0.08
- KW 24/2026: 2 new cases, incidence 0.05
- KW 23/2026: 4 new cases, incidence 0.11
This report is based on the latest data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) and is updated daily. For further inquiries, please contact [email protected].
Source: news.de
