vaccine

Recovered coronavirus patients to be eligible for vaccine

Health Ministry approves use of leftover vaccine doses for recovered coronavirus patients, says detailed guidelines soon to be released.

Fauci: We should be grateful we have three vaccines

Dr. Anthony Fauci says Johnson & Johnson vaccine is effective despite its lower efficacy compared to Moderna and Pfizer vaccines.

Deliveries to US of Johnson & Johnson vaccine expected Tuesday

The announcement comes a day after the FDA cleared the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine that works with just one dose instead of two.

France: 88 year old caught going 191 km/h to make Covid vax appt

88 year old caught driving 191 km/h on country road where speed limit was 110 km. He told officers he was late for vaccine appointment.

FDA approves Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

FDA says J&J's vaccine offers strong protection against serious illness, hospitalizations and death.

Woman who died of coronavirus urged friends to get vaccinated

Osnat Ben Shitrit, pregnant woman who died of coronavirus, urged her friends to get vaccinated just days before her own death.

Pfizer CEO: 'Israel has become world's lab'

'A lot of indicators' tell us vaccine provides 'protection against the transmission' of coronavirus, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla says.

Half of Israelis now vaccinated against COVID

Despite progress in mass vaccination campaign, decline in infection rate appears to have ended.

FDA approves standard freezing temperatures for Pfizer vaccines

Food and Drug Administration approves storage and transportation of Pfizer vaccine at standard freezer temperatures.

Israel halts sale of vaccines

A complaint from the Attorney General and Security Minister has temporarily frozen the Prime Minister's plans to sell surplus vaccines.

Gantz demands that vaccine sales stop

Security Minister Gantz says that Netanyahu needs th Cabinet's approval to sell vaccines.

'Judo-Nazis' - Hundreds protest vaccine 'Holocaust' in Tel Aviv

Anti-vaxxer activists claim the government has a 'larger plan in mind' and is 'experimenting' on Israel's civilian population.

A third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? Maybe

'We believe the third dose will raise antibody response ten- to twenty-fold,' Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla says.

PA opposes vaccine compound on the Temple Mount

PA chairman opposes initiative proposed in Israel, claims it would give Israel a foothold in the Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Clalit study on Pfizer vaccine published in full

The study of the health maintenance organization shows the Pfizer shot is highly effective at preventing COVID-19.

Sanders: 'Outrageous' that Israel isn't vaccinating Palestinians

Senator Sanders blasts Israel for providing excess COVID-19 vaccine to other countries while failing to vaccinate Palestinian Arabs.

Moderna to test booster for South African variant

Moderna announces it will begin testing new version of its COVID-19 vaccine that was specifically designed to target South African variant.

Netanyahu: We will vaccinate children before summer vacation

Prime Minister says vaccination campaign will extend to children ages 12 and up after such vaccines are approved.

FDA: Johnson & Johnson vaccine meets standard for emergency use

Vaccine found to have 66% effectiveness against moderate and severe COVID cases, no safety concerns.

Health Ministry may share information on unvaccinated Israelis

Bill allowing Health Ministry to share information on those unvaccinated against coronavirus passes second and third Knesset readings.

Watch: Australian Open fans boo political announcement

Sky News says the crowd at the Australian Open gave tennis association president a 'rude awakening' as she was making COVID announcement.

Biden increases weekly vaccine shipments to states

White House announces states will now receive 14.5 million doses starting next week.

Fauci: Israel is doing an extraordinarily good job

Biden’s chief medical adviser praises Israel's vaccination campaign.

50% of Israelis vaccinated for COVID-19

Minister of Health says over 70% of Israelis aged 16 and above have received at least 1st dose of Corona vaccine.

Gantz: Netanyahu trades in vaccines Israelis paid for

Defense Minister slams PM for sending thousands of vaccines 'paid for by the Israeli taxpayer' to countries in exchange for embassy moves.

SNL libel gone wrong? 2/3 of Israeli Arabs already vaccinated

Saturday Night Live host Michael Che claims only Jewish Israelis have been vaccinated - but where's his evidence?

'Without a vaccine - don't come in at all'

Rabbi Meir Mazuz instructs: 'Everyone learning in yeshivas should receive coronavirus vaccine.'

Wave of vaccinations after pregnant woman dies of coronavirus

Menachem Toker, haredi radio broadcaster, says yeshiva students are mostly getting vaccinated. 'The problem is the adults.'

PA official: Israel preventing vaccination of Palestinians

PA "foreign minister" accuses Israel of preventing transfer of coronavirus vaccines to the PA and the Gaza Strip.

Edelstein: Saturday Night Live, anti-Semitism is not funny

Health Minister rips popular comedy show after it aired a joke that suggested Israel is vaccinating only its Jewish citizens.

Bella Freund:

'Despite Mengele ... I got vaccinated'

Woman who has never received a vaccine in her life because of what her mother suffered under Josef Mengele receives COVID-19 vaccine.

'We want to reach 100% vaccination'

'Green Badge allows protected gatherings, Purim is the test,' coronavirus czar for haredim says.

Jerusalem market gets its first vaccine-mobile

New option to vaccinate at Jerusalem's famous open-air market is 'amazing news' for merchants who work long hours, committee chair says.

Project to vaccinate all Holocaust survivors in Israel

Claims Conference teams up with United Hatzalah to ensure that all 11,000 homebound Holocaust survivors in Israel get COVID vaccines.

'He created the poisonous atmosphere that killed her'

'Every day miracles fall from Heaven, but a million and a half spoiled Israelis still dare to complain,' Channel 12 analyst accuses.

UAE sends 20,000 vaccine doses to Gaza

The delivery was reportedly orchestrated by Mohammed Dahlan, the chief political rival of PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Saturday Night Live under fire for anti-Israel joke

Jewish groups demand popular comedy show apologize for joke suggesting Israel is vaccinating only its Jewish citizens against COVID-19.

Trump on Biden: 'Not telling the truth or mentally gone'

Former President Trump told Newsmax TV that Biden's taking credit for COVID-19 vaccine rollout was wishful thinking at best.

Watch: Australian PM receives COVID-19 vaccine

Australian PM Scott Morrison receives first dose of Pfizer vaccine as Australia starts inoculation program.

Syrian sources fume over claims Israel included vaccines in deal

Source in Syria's opposition forces warns: 'Vaccines won't reach Syrian nation, they'll go to those loyal to Assad, and to his family.'

New research shows coronavirus vaccine prevents transmission

Moderna, Pfizer, vaccines shown to be highly effective at preventing transmission of coronavirus - not just infection.

Health Min.: Coronavirus vaccine significantly reduces morbidity

New Health Ministry report shows Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is 98.9% effective at preventing coronavirus-related hospitalizations.

PA claims Israel will vaccinate 100,000 PA workers

Israeli sources say the move has not yet been approved by the political echelon.

Pfizer to study effectiveness of vaccine in pregnant women

The study will test pregnant women aged 18 and older in nine different countries.

Abbas rival says UAE will deliver vaccines to Gaza

Mohammed Dahlan announces the UAE is sending 20,000 doses of the Russian coronavirus vaccine to Gaza.

Meretz MK: Ayelet Shaked is a nationalist from AliExpress

MK Yair Golan blasts MK Ayelet Shaked for opposing the transfer of vaccines to Gaza.

Report: Health Ministry to back vaccines for recovered patients

Health officials set to deliberate on plan to allow recovered COVID patients to get vaccine 3 months after recovery.

Health Ministry study: Pfizer vaccine reduces mortality by 90%

Senior Health Ministry officials work with Pfizer on study which shows high vaccine effectiveness in reducing overall infection.

BBC backtracks on claim Israel required to vaccinate PA Arabs

BBC issues correction following complaint over segment in which presenter falsely stated Israel responsible for PA health under Oslo Accords

Israel to give Moderna vaccine to PA workers

Health Ministry decides to use Moderna vaccine supply to inoculate PA workers in Israel.

Nanoparticles in Pfizer vaccine may trigger allergic reactions

Science Magazine: Some suspect polyethylene glycol may have triggered severe reactions in at least 8 who received shot in past 2 weeks.

Israelis recovered from coronavirus want to be vaccinated

Attorney warns Health Ministry of legal proceedings if Israelis recovered from coronavirus are not allowed to receive vaccination.

Outrage after PA journalists bypass vaccination queue

Palestinian Arabs outraged after dozens of journalists and public figures vaccinated at the expense of the quota intended for medical staff.

Fauci cites Israel as proof of effectiveness of vaccine

Biden's chief medical adviser points out Israel's high vaccination rate: When your turn to get vaccinated comes up, get vaccinated.

S. African variant may reduce antibody protection

Laboratory study finds the South African variant of COVID-19 may reduce antibody protection from Pfizer vaccine by two-thirds.

PM: Restrictions on vaccine-refusers should be considered

'I told Pfizer CEO I am ready for a contract of millions of vaccines, and you will get the data so you can know your level of success.'

Rappeh Party demands to see non-redacted Pfizer contract

Dr Avni: 'Gvmt has shown neither reason nor transparent science to millions suffering extraordinary financial and psychological breakdown.'

Health Minister: This is how we fight fake news

Minister Edelstein visits Sodastream plant where workers are receiving the coronavirus vaccine.

Response to Rabbi Steinberg

Someone who refuses to take a drug for any reason, especially under such a cloud of darkness, is not a criminal. He is responsible. Opinion

Bar-Ilan University offers COVID-19 vaccinations on campus

MDA teams up with Bar-Ilan University to offer coronavirus vaccinations on campus.