"Even if the predictions are at the present time, still risky, but we have good evidence that the first vaccine, towards the end of this year or early next year to be available," said Kyriakides the "Handelsblatt" (Online/Sunday).

The vaccine could not solve immediately all the problems, said the EU Commissioner. But he will "allow a gradual return to normality", if a "critical mass of citizens, in particular in the high-risk groups" are vaccinated.

Among scientists, it is unclear when a vaccine might be available. Theoretically, the development could take years, or even completely fail.

According to the health Commissioner there is an increasing number of smaller and larger Corona outbreaks in several member States. Kyriakides appealed to the EU States, the herd infection "quickly locally narrow it down with Tests, contact tracing, and immediate Isolation" of the person Concerned.

Deutsche Presse-Agentur (dpa)

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