Coronavirus

COVID is no longer global health emergency - WHO

Lifting it is a sign of the progress the world has made in these areas, but COVID-19 is here to stay, the WHO has said, even if it no longer represents an emergency.

By REUTERS
05/05/2023

This week in Jerusalem: Keep in touch

A weekly round-up of city affairs.

05/05/2023

Israel Post prepares to deliver thousands of renewed passports

The amount of issued passports is expected to rise to 300,000 per month with the post office preparing to increase its passport delivery capacity accordingly.

WHO experts to weigh whether world ready to end COVID emergency

Since giving its initial high alert for COVID in January 2020, a panel of experts have continued to examine the prominence of the crisis.

By REUTERS
04/05/2023
A nurse wipes away tears as she stands outside NYU Langone Medical Center on 1st Avenue in Manhattan

One-third of US nurses plan to quit profession - report

36% of the nurses plan to continue working in the sector but may change workplaces.

By REUTERS
01/05/2023

Israeli tourism bouncing back despite domestic troubles

Israeli tourism is on an upswing, while facing political and infrastructure challenges

By KEREN SETTON/THE MEDIA LINE
28/04/2023

Severe COVID-19 linked to 16-fold increase in risk of heart rhythm disorder

The researchers found an increased risk among older patients and male patients.

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