Jerusalem: After the emergence of a new form of coronavirus in Israel, which is at the forefront of vaccination in the world, once again wearing a mask in public places is mandatory amid increasing cases. Has been given. Israel has launched one of the most successful vaccination campaigns in the world, with about 85 percent of the adult population being vaccinated. In recent months, almost all restrictions were lifted as the number of patients under treatment dwindled.
According to the news of Israeli media, after several weeks, there has been a rise in cases again in recent days. Israeli media quoted Dr. Nachman Aish, who is leading the Coronavirus response campaign, as saying that 227 new cases of this epidemic were confirmed on Thursday. The Health Ministry said that masks will have to be worn in public places from Friday afternoon. The increase in cases is attributed to the highly contagious Delta variant, which spreads rapidly to unvaccinated individuals, including children.
Israeli citizens who have been vaccinated have also reportedly become infected, but show only mild symptoms. Significantly, since the beginning of the epidemic, 6,429 people have died due to this virus in Israel.
