Coronavirus

Israel among countries okayed for British travelers

Israel on British government list of countries to which citizens will be able to travel to without having to quarantine upon return.

Knesset to ease coronavirus restrictions

Knesset members to resume meetings in the building in full next week, as was the case before the pandemic.

Health Ministry: 27 new coronavirus cases diagnosed

Number of new coronavirus cases drops below thirty; less than 60 patients in critical condition.

Brazil's President suggests COVID-19 is 'biological warfare'

'Could we be fighting a new war?' Bolsonaro says, without naming China.

Moderna booster increases immunity against variants

Moderna says early trial data shows that third dose of its COVID-19 shot increases immunity against Brazilian and South African variants.

Coronavirus expert: 'We'll need a booster, the question is when'

'No way to completely prevent entry of coronavirus variants, we need to manage risks - not prevent them entirely,' Prof. Ran Balicer says.

Fauci: Israel the prototype of how to get COVID right

Dr. Anthony Fauci says Israel's small size, ability to come together during a crisis helped Jewish State during coronavirus pandemic.

Canada approves Pfizer vaccine for adolescents

Canada becomes first country to approve use of Pfizer COVID vaccine on children ages 12-15.

Pfizer to apply for approval to vaccinate children aged 2-11

Pfizer working on vaccine with longer refrigerator life, will apply for approval to vaccinate younger children this fall, CEO says.

72 new cases of COVID, 90 patients in serious condition

Infection rate remains stable at 0.2%, while number of active cases continues to decline.

'We may need to close everything - all at once'

Senior Health Ministry source warns of 'significant' concern vaccine-resistant strains will enter Israel, forcing immediate closures.

3 Things Restaurants Must do to Survive the COVID-19 Pandemic

Many businesses have faced immense struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic, but there is no doubt that restaurants are among the worst hit.

'Vaccines dot gum' - Biden clarifies how to get COVID vaccines

President Biden made it abundantly clear how any American can get the vaccine - with a few gaffes along the way.

Dutch party equates COVID measures to Nazism

Forum for Democracy rebuked by Dutch Jews for banner comparing COVID restrictions to Holocaust ahead of national Holocaust Remembrance Day.

First case of Chilean variant discovered in Israel

Two cases of Brazilian variant, one case of Chilean variant, discovered among Israelis returning from abroad.

Number of COVID hospitalizations continues to fall

Just 61 new cases of coronavirus diagnosed in Israel, with infection rate remaining stable even after Passover and first half of Ramadan.

IDF requests pilot program: No masks in enclosed spaces

Days after announcing zero coronavirus cases, IDF requests approval to conduct pilot program for removal of masks in enclosed spaces.

Couple who banned vaccinated teachers donated to several causes

Power couple at center of anti-vax school controversy have given to Jewish causes.

Cuomo announces easing of COVID-19 restrictions

The measures include the imminent resumption of 24-hour operations on the New York City subway.

Report: FDA to approve Pfizer vaccines for adolescents

Federal officials say FDA could authorize Pfizer vaccine in adolescents 12 to 15 years old by early next week.

US to lower age for vaccination

The FDA is planning to lower the minimum age for COVID-19 shots to just 12 years old, a significant leap forward against the virus.

47 new COVID cases

0.2% of coronavirus tests coming back positive, as number of hospitalizations continues to fall, dropping to 1,288.

COVID deaths continue to fall, just 13 new COVID cases diagnosed

Just 0.1% of coronavirus tests positive as death rate falls, with just over 100 patients in serious condition.

India COVID cases surpass 18 million

The second wave of the pandemic has hit India extremely hard, surprising the government's science advisor.

Health Ministry threatens to close some schools

Director of public health services in the Health Ministry writes to Education Ministry demanding fast testing over Indian variant.

Travelers from 7 countries to face quarantine requirement

Anyone returning from Ukraine, Ethiopia, Brazil, South Africa, India, Mexico and Turkey will be required to enter isolation.

'Indian variant already spreading within Israel'

Israel needs to make greater efforts to prevent entry of coronavirus cases, coronavirus czar says.

Living Simply Is a Jewish Value. But When Is It Too Much?

Sirens echoed through the streets in the Ukrainian town as neighbors peeked out of windows to see what was the cause of the commotion.

100 new cases of coronavirus

One hundred new coronavirus cases diagnosed, less than 70 coronavirus patients in serious condition

Comprehensive study links coronavirus and stroke in young people

Large-scale study finds strong connection between coronavirus and strokes – particularly in younger patients.

3 Israelis found to have contracted Indian variant inside Israel

40 Israelis have so far been diagnosed with the Indian COVID-19 variant, 30 of them in recent days.

'Approval to vaccinate children expected in early May'

'We won't lack for vaccines,' promises Health Min. Director General Prof. Hezi Levy.

US rescinds Israel travel warning following outcry

The US had previously raised the travel warning to Israel to its maximum despite absence of new virus deaths in the Jewish state.

55 arrivals from Mexico, India, refuse coronavirus test

Amid concerns that Indian coronavirus variant may be vaccine-resistant, dozens arriving from affected countries refuse coronavirus test.

Watch: Doctors who failed to save COVID patient attacked

Doctors at a Delhi hospital were attacked with clubs after a COVID patient collapsed in the ER after not being admitted to ward.

'Global elites refusing to innoculate poorer countries'

A report claims that while the US has 500 million extra doses of COVID vaccines, it refuses to share it with other countries worldwide.

Fewest COVID patients in serious condition since July

Just 86 new cases of COVID diagnosed yesterday, as number of coronavirus-related hospitalizations falls to 200.

Miami school won't employ teachers who get COVID-19 vaccine

Miami private school says it would not employ anyone who has received the COVID-19 vaccine, citing concerns it might not be safe.

US: CDC reduces masking requirement for vaccinated people

US Center for Disease Control says fully vaccinated people can have small outdoor gatherings without masks.

'Not certain that third coronavirus vaccine dose will be needed'

'Information mounting showing coronavirus vaccine is effective long-term,' former Health Min. Director General says.

94 new COVID cases diagnosed, 140 patients in serious condition

0.2% of COVID tests come back positive, as number of hospitalized patients continues to fall.

Government to ban Israelis from traveling abroad?

Health Ministry presents new plan to keep coronavirus infection rate low while returning life in Israel to normal.

In Bosnia, Holocaust survivors at risk of dying from COVID-19

A Bosnian War prosecutor from Boston is trying to help Sarajevo’s Jews survive a brutal COVID-19 surge.

Iran registers record single-day death toll from COVID-19

Iran records 496 new deaths in 24 hours, surpassing the previous most deadly day in mid-November.

India overwhelmed by worst COVID wave to date

Indian officials are pleading for help from the international community as the country finds itself immersed in a ferocious 2nd virus wave.

Government ministries weigh ending flights from India

Transportation Ministry weighing Health Ministry's demand to cease flights from India due to widescale spread & Indian coronavirus variant.

EU takes legal action against AstraZeneca over vaccine shortages

European Union accuses British pharmaceutical company of failing to keep promises on vaccine supply.

'A big mazal tov!' No new COVID deaths recorded in Israel

For the first time in nearly a year, no new COVID deaths were recorded Thursday in Israel, alleviating experts' fears of another outbreak.

Bar Ilan honors scientist who led Moderna vaccine development

Bar-Ilan University awards honorary doctorate to Dr. Tal Zaks for leading the development of Moderna's coronavirus vaccine.

77 new COVID cases as fatality rate continues to plummet

Weekly number of COVID deaths falls to lowest level since spring 2020.

Health Ministry considers charging for coronavirus tests

Health Ministry aims to outsource coronavirus testing, may charge some Israelis for coronavirus tests.

Israeli government set to loosen COVID restrictions

Health Minister announces plans to drop more COVID restrictions, move forward with resumption of public activities.

Watch: India feeling the strain of latest COVID surge

With India experiencing its deadliest COVID weekend since beginning of pandemic, national health system beginning to crumble.

COVID relief behind Biden's 61% approval rating

Polls reveal voters' approval for Biden's work in handling COVID crisis, providing financial relief for struggling families, businesses.

Health Ministry: 109 new coronavirus cases

Health Ministry data shows just over 100 new cases diagnosed, 0.3% of tests are positive.

Trump: COVID-19 vaccine is a "true miracle"

Former President endorses campaign to vaccinate NYC to return to normal as soon as possible.

COVID fatality rate falls to lowest level in 10 months

5 million Israelis now fully vaccinated against COVID, with just 129 new cases of COVID diagnosed in Israel Thursday.

What You Need To Know

Top 8 Popular Online Jobs in Israel During Covid

It is a no-brainer that remote work is on the rise. While people have had the ability to work at home in Israel (or wherever else) for decad

Israel, Bahrain reach agreement on green passports

Citizens who have been vaccinated against COVID to be able to travel between Israel and Bahrain.

No more pregnant women in COVID wards

Beilinson Hospital reports no recent cases of pregnant women with COVID as spread of British mutation wanes.