Update from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and the MSIS infectious disease database
There has been a recent surge in COVID-19 infections in Norway.
Hotel quarantine restrictions have been lifted for travel to Norway.
Cumulative data on coronavirus cases in Norway
1,439 deaths
1,557 cumulative cases in intensive care
9,774,220 people tested
Last updated: Jan. 30, 2022 (Source: NIPH)
The population of Norway is 5,415,166.
(Source: SSB)
We know many readers are concerned about the status of COIVD-19 in Norway, whether out of care for relatives, friends, or loved ones, or because of travel plans.
While we cannot offer official advice or recommendations, we can provide online updates on the status of the virus in Norway and how the country is handling the ongoing crisis, as well as links to general information.
Helpful links:
Norwegian Institute of Public Health
–Coronavirus disease – advice and information
–Travel advice
VisitNorway.com
–Coronavirus and traveling to Norway
FjordNorway.com
–Coronavirus and traveling to Norway
World Health Organization
–Information and guidance regarding COVID-19
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
–Information page on COVID-19
Johns Hopkins University
–Coronavirus resource center
Updated by the The Norwegian American staff.
