January 26, Izegem. – Corona news has again caused a general disappointment in recent days. Delayed vaccination production and a shortage of vaccination centers contributed to the decision to keep the troubled catering sector closed for at least two months. A closure that has already lasted 6 months. But an ideal world in which we can enjoy a beer without bridging the vaccination period does not exist yet. Or right? The West Flemish brewery behind the “regional beer” Filou – armed with a healthy wink – went to the market in Izegem to present the Flemish with an alternative vaccination strategy. A strategy in which reopening the catering industry would be just “part of the plan”. With a down-to-earth – and above all healthy – sense of humor, top virologist Marc Van Ranst also volunteered to convey that message.
When Marc Van Ranst shows up somewhere these days, it usually results in divided opinions. You have the group that immediately comes to congratulate him for his contribution to fighting the pandemic, and you have the group that loves to have their picture taken with him, only 5 minutes later on Twitter to say how irresponsible they find it that Marc leaves his house. This is also the case on the market of Izegem, a large village in West Flanders where everyone knows everyone and an unannounced flash visit immediately ensures world news. A little after ten a compact news crew enters the weekly market. A cameraman, soundman, actor Sam Louwyck as a local reporter and in their wake; virologist Marc Van Ranst. The market is organized according to the strict corona rules, with an adapted course, various decontamination stations and the presence of stewards and police. A place where corona rules are of paramount importance. An ideal place to gauge opinions about the current vaccination strategy and the permanent closure of the catering industry. But also the perfect backdrop to propose an alternative vaccination strategy. One that provided the necessary enthusiasm.
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