The country is in the middle of a major covid wave.
The Federal Health Office says there are more covid infections than flu.
Covid infections started to rise over the summer, but climbed strongly last month.
The figures show more people are seeking medical attention for respiratory diseases.
The health office does also point out that although covid outnumbers flu infections – cases of flu are also rising.
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