“If we all come together and play our part, we can get through this challenging winter, avoid a return to restrictions and enjoy Christmas,” said Sajid Javid, the health secretary.
Tag: Vaccination and Immunization
As U.S. Travel Changes Near, Global Travelers Eagerly Await Reunions
On Monday, travelers from many other countries who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus will be allowed to enter the United States.
11 States Sue Over Biden’s Vaccine Mandate for Big Companies
The lawsuit was filed a day after the announcement of a Jan. 4 deadline for the companies to begin their mandates or start weekly testing.
Facing a spike in infections, Austria sharpens the rules of its Covid pass.
Austrians will need proof of vaccination or a past infection to be seated at a restaurant, enter a bar, visit a hairdresser or join any gathering of more than 25 people.
Costa Rica moves to require Covid shots for children.
The Central American nation’s health ministry said on Friday it was adding Covid-19 to the list of required vaccinations for people 18 and younger.
Vienna Will Start to Vaccinate Young Children
Pediatricians in the Austrian capital will authorize the off-label use of the BioNTech-Pfizer vaccine for children starting next Friday.
11 States Sue Over Biden’s Vaccine Mandate for Big Companies
The lawsuit was filed a day after the announcement of a Jan. 4 deadline for the companies to begin their mandates or start weekly testing.
Japan Will Cut Quarantine for Business Travelers to 3 Days
The easing of rules comes as cases decline significantly. The country has virtually closed its borders since the start of the pandemic.
In India, Fears Grow That Diwali Celebrations Could Fuel Another Virus Spike
Epidemiologists are concerned that Covid cases will surge after shoppers thronged markets and hundreds of thousands traveled around the country to celebrate the festival.
South Korea Toughens Measures as Virus Spreads Among Teens
The decision comes as the country experiences rising caseloads again. The nine-hour test is seen as critical in determining students’ futures, and many have prepared for it since kindergarten.