vaccine

The Guardian: Israel vaccinating millions as Palestinians watch

The Guardian invokes long-held libels about Israel's 'oppression' of 'Palestinians,' alleging priority treatment in COVID vaccinations.

Israel aims to vaccinate 2 million people by end of January

After inoculating one million with first dose of coronavirus vaccine, Israel plans to double the number of people vaccinated by month's end.

What do medical consensus and majority doctors' opinion mean?

When we hear 'the consensus among doctors is', what exactly does that mean? And how are we to understand correct course of action? Opinion

72-year-old from northern Israel gets Bell's Palsy after vaccine

Woman finds she cannot feel one side of her face several days after Covid vaccination. She is told this is a side effect of the vaccine.

Health Minister: Everyone, good or bad, needs to get vaccinated

Edelstein responds to report that millionth vaccine recipient was released murderer, asserting this proves 'we weren't putting on a show.'

Millionth person to be vaccinated is released convicted murderer

PM Netanyahu, Minister Edelstein take picture with millionth Israeli to receive coronavirus vaccine, a man who served time for murder of 2.

Vaccination against the Coronavirus

Regarding the Coronavirus vaccine, one should follow the opinion of the majority of doctors who recommend getting vaccinated.

Deaths reported after taking COVID vaccine

Questions arising about safety of new Pfizer vaccine, as some elderly people reportedly dying hours or days after receiving.

Mexican doctor hospitalized after receiving COVID-19 vaccine

Doctor admitted to intensive care unit after experiencing seizures, difficulty breathing, and skin rash.

Reporter apologizes for doubting vaccine would arrive on time

Senior reporter apologizes for tweeting his doubts that mass vaccination would arrive in Israel by January.

Large numbers of health care, frontline workers refusing vaccine

High percentage of health care professionals and frontline workers throughout US reportedly hesitant or outright refusing to take vaccine.

Israel has vaccinated 10x more of its population than the US

8% of Israelis have already received first dose of coronavirus vaccine, more than 10 times the percentage of Americans to get the jab.

Israel nearing one million vaccines

153,430 Israelis were vaccinated against coronavirus on Thursday. 950,000 Israelis have been vaccinated since the start of the campaign.

Trump: COVID-19 vaccine is a medical miracle

Watch: In year-end video message, Trump notes his administration's work to develop vaccine against COVID-19.

WHO grants emergency validation to Pfizer vaccine

World Health Organization says Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine is the first to receive its "emergency validation" since the pandemic began.

Netanyahu: 'Be vaccinated and get life back on track'

"It's safe", PM Netanyahu said about the vaccines. "It provides our family with protection. Provides our country with protection"

Health Min. Director: 30 people die each day from COVID

Prof. Hezi Levy says general population may be able to begin receiving vaccines in February.

A million vaccines to arrive next week

Moderna coronavirus vaccine is ready to begin shipments to Israel as Jewish State maintains highest vaccination rate in the world.

UK approves Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID vaccine

'This is truly fantastic news - a triumph for British science,' says PM Boris Johnson, as Oxford-developed vaccine cleared for use.

Biden criticizes Trump over vaccination pace

US President-elect: It's going to take years, not months, to vaccinate the American people.

88-year-old dies several hours after being vaccinated

Hospital confirms man was indeed vaccinated this afternoon, stressed 'he suffered from prolonged, complex, and severe background illnesses.'

Israeli nurse diagnosed with COVID 3 days after getting vaccine

Arutz Sheva speaks with nurse who was diagnosed with COVID-19 after receiving vaccine. 'No connection between diagnosis & vaccination'

Proud to vaccinate against Coronavirus!

I usually try to avoid being poked by sharp objects, but I am proud to fulfill my obligation to vaccinate against COVID. Here's why. Op-ed

Health Minister: We have more people vaccinated than infected

More than 115,000 Israelis given first dose of COVID vaccination in the last 24 hours. 'Number of vaccinated has topped reported infections'

49-year-old suffers allergic reaction after COVID-19 vaccine

49-year-old man suffers from extreme allergic reaction about an hour after being vaccinated against coronavirus.

Israel has highest vaccination rate in the world

Israel has provided a vaccine dose to 4.37% of its population so far, next-highest nation has reached 3.15% of the population.

Doctor contracts coronavirus after receiving vaccine

Doctor at NY hospital warns public to remain cautious in period between 1st and 2nd Pfizer vaccine doses after colleague contracts COVID-19.

75-year-old Israeli man dies 2 hours after getting Covid vaccine

75-year-old from Beit Shean dies after getting Pfizer vaccine. Health Min.: Initial examination shows no link between death and vaccine.

The second pandemic: Misinformation

Now that we are in the midst of vaccine distribution, we must not let ignorance or weariness sidetrack us.Health directives save lives.Op-ed

AstraZeneca: Our vaccine has 'winning formula' for efficacy

AstraZeneca CEO says the company's vaccine provides "100 per cent protection" against severe COVID-19 disease.

Israeli technology to allow nationwide vaccine distribution

Min of Health described how vaccine is repackaged and stored in temps of -2 degrees Celsius for access at any point in Israel.

EU begins vaccinations to end COVID 'nightmare'

EU countries begin campaign to vaccinate population against coronavirus as virus continues to rage across the world.

Orthodox-run NY clinics investigated over unauthorized vaccines

NY health commissioner says clinics may have administered doses to members of the public “contrary to the state’s plan.”

280,000 people vaccinated in first week

Health Minister provides update on progress of vaccination campaign as Israel prepares to enter 3rd lockdown.

PA to receive first COVID-19 vaccines within two weeks

The PA has been in touch with the World Health Organization to ensure that it receives coronavirus vaccines.

Rouhani: US demanding our vaccine transactions pass through them

Iranian President says Washington is demanding Iranian transactions for coronavirus vaccines pass through US banks.

Report: Britain to roll out AstraZeneca vaccine on January 4

British Government urged to accelerate vaccination efforts as new strain of COVID-19 continues to spread.

'It is obligatory to get vaccinated against coronavirus'

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef rules: According to halakha, everyone should go and get vaccinated.

HM requests teaching staff vaccinate as early as this week

In addition, COVID-19 vaccine campaign will be extended this week to people aged 60 and under suffering from chronic diseases.

Commentator: 'Decision to pay extra for vaccine deserves prize'

Israel pays about $30 per vaccine. Commentator Amit Segal: 'Germany, where some of vaccines were developed, gets after us; US is crawling.'

Pray and let the recovery begin

One thing is sure as the vaccine debate goes on, prayer will help and is needed. Thank G-d for the vaccine and let the recovery begin.

In the concealment

Heaven helps us in the path that we have chosen. In the way we looki at life. In the actions we choose in our daily life.

'COVID-19 will remain for another 10 years'

Vaccine inventor: 'Virus will stay with us for at least next 10 years. We'll have to get used to more outbreaks.'

Iran: US approved funds transfer for COVID-19 vaccines

Head of Iran's Central Bank says US caved to global pressure and allowed Iran to purchase vaccines for coronavirus.

Vaccines on Shabbat? This is the position of the Chief Rabbi

Chief Rabbi says permission to vaccinate in Shabbat will be considered when vaccinations are given in all hours of the day during the week.

Former Rabbi of Jerusalem hospital writes against COVID vaccine

Fmr. Rabbi of Bikur Cholim: 'It's my obligation to publicize issue, prevent hardship'. Hospital: Letter does not represent our hospital.

Do I or don’t I take the COVID-19 vaccine?

Rabbis and rabbinical organizations are giving their advice. Some adamant everyone must, others just as adamant that no one should. Opinion

Corona and “the end of history “

Fukuyama's influential essay 'The End of History' announced the triumph of worldwide liberal democracy, but China did not read it. Op-ed.

Healthcare worker receives 5 doses of COVID vaccine by mistake

"I feel fine, although of course it is worrying."

Orthodox leaders back calls for mass vaccination

Despite small but vocal group of anti-vaccine rabbis, Orthodox leadership expresses support for new vaccine, urging public to get vaccinated

NY Times says order of who gets vaccine should be based on race

The Gray Lady actually seems to think the vaccine is a social justice mission and therefore should be given to people of color first. Op-ed.

Watch: Biden receives coronavirus vaccine

President-elect receives first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on live TV: This is great hope.

EU approves Pfizer vaccine

European Medicines Agency issues first approval for a coronavirus vaccine, says new virus strain should not effect vaccine's effectiveness.

Leading European Rabbis call on Jews to get vaccinated

Conference of European Rabbis calls on Jews of Europe to listen to their doctors about receiving the coronavirus vaccine.

10,000 Israelis vaccinated on 1st day, 200,000 made reservations

Health Ministry reports massive demand for new coronavirus vaccines among senior citizens and other at-risk groups.

Magen David Adom to vaccinate nursing home residents and staff

MDA launches mass-vaccination program targeting Israeli nursing home residents and employees.

US care home residents need only give verbal consent to vaccine

US government allows pharmacies to secure consent "however they want" including for dementia patients.

COVID vaccine is kosher, manufacturers promise

No pork used in coronavirus vaccines produced by Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca.

Sassover Rebbe cites Rabbi Elyashiv, warns against COVID vaccine

"Rabbi Elyashiv said of another drug, 'How can we take responsibility for something that's only been around for a year or two?'"

Shaare Zedek director: COVID vaccine is safe, period

Prof. Marin has already been vaccinated & calls on general public to follow suit.