COVID-19 wastewater levels stable in Denmark as infections show signs of stabilization

This week, the concentration of the coronavirus in wastewater remains consistent with levels from the previous week, according to measurements from the State Serum Institute. The recent increase in COVID-19 infections appears to have stabilized, which is viewed positively by Bolette Søborg, a chief physician at the institute.

Søborg noted, “This week’s figures are similar to last week’s, so there has been no further growth. The current variation circulating does not typically lead to severe illness, which is supported by the low number of hospitalizations.”

According to her, while there have been significant increases in COVID-19 cases over the past few weeks, this week shows no such trends, suggesting a potential peak might be reached soon.

The State Serum Institute regularly tests wastewater to monitor coronavirus levels, with weekly reports indicating fluctuations. At the end of May, the virus levels were very low, but since then, concentrations have risen to what the institute considers a medium level.

Søborg explained, “We are at a point where there is still notable transmission. Compared to a few months ago, the levels are high, but not nearly as severe as last winter.” She emphasized that the current variant remains capable of infecting individuals despite prior vaccinations and infections.

Additionally, she indicated that immunity diminishes over time, reinforcing that there is no immediate cause for alarm regarding the current state of the coronavirus. “The variation in circulation today does not typically lead to severe illness, which is evident in the low hospitalization rates,” she concluded.