Corona in the Hochsauerland district: new infections fall to zero!
Current COVID-19 numbers in the Hochsauerland district on July 16, 2025: New infections, incidences and hospital occupancy in focus.

Corona in the Hochsauerland district: new infections fall to zero!
The Corona situation in the Hochsauerland district appears stable on July 16, 2025. Loud news.de The number of new infections remains 0 compared to the previous day and the 7-day incidence is 0.0 per 100,000 inhabitants. This means that the district is still on the right track. In total, there have been 116,750 people who have tested positive to date.
The situation in the intensive care units is also encouraging for healthcare workers. Only 44 of a total of 56 intensive care beds are occupied, although no COVID patient currently requires intensive care treatment. There are still 12 beds available, which shows that the health facilities are ready to act should the situation change.
Regional and nationwide corona numbers
The Corona numbers in the Hochsauerland district also show a mortality rate of 0.27 percent and the infection rate is 45.14 percent. This is a remarkable value considering that the virus caused high case numbers for a long time. After all, 79.50 percent of the population has basic immunization, and there is a vaccination rate of 81.90 percent, with at least one vaccination given.
Intensive care beds and vaccinations
Currently, 41,206,047 vaccinations have been carried out in North Rhine-Westphalia, and 66.10 percent of the population have received a booster vaccination. This is a positive development and shows that many people are reacting prudently and want to protect themselves.
The occupancy rate of all intensive care beds across the region is 74 percent, meaning there is still sufficient capacity. Loud statista.com The situation is significantly more stable compared to previous months, and the healthcare system can look back on a better situation.
The new Corona variant Nimbus (NB.1.8.1), which has been known since January 2025 and is currently classified by the WHO as a “variant under observation”, gives reason for vigilance, but there is no evidence of more severe disease progression at the moment. So the population remains optimistic and attentive at the same time.
Overall, the situation in the Hochsauerland district is encouraging. Although challenges remain, regional health authorities appear well positioned to address further developments. Regular vaccinations and high levels of hygiene remain key to combating the virus.