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Progress on national vaccination campaigns
The leaders exchanged views on the epidemiological situation in their countries, on the progress of national vaccination campaigns and on the development of the Digital Green Certificate, which will facilitate cross-border movements at European level.
The Prime Minister analyzed the moves made by Greece in the context of the controlled and gradual restart of the economy and social activities, such as the opening of retail stores with click away and click-in-shop methods, the reopening of food service in open spaces and the successful utilization of self-tests, which has further strengthened Greece’s ability to detect cases in a timely manner.
Progress on national vaccination campaigns
The leaders exchanged views on the epidemiological situation in their countries, on the progress of national vaccination campaigns and on the development of the Digital Green Certificate, which will facilitate cross-border movements at European level.
The Prime Minister analyzed the moves made by Greece in the context of the controlled and gradual restart of the economy and social activities, such as the opening of retail stores with click away and click-in-shop methods, the reopening of food service in open spaces and the successful utilization of self-tests, which has further strengthened Greece’s ability to detect cases in a timely manner.
Coronavirus czar: Israel could still see mass infections
Prof. Ash says Israelis must adhere to health guidelines as country reopens in wake of massive vaccine drive, which he calls medical Iron Dome ; suggests avoiding non-essential flights due to surging infection rates in other countries
Adir Yanko |
Published: 04.25.21 , 19:51
Coronavirus czar Prof. Nachman Ash warned Sunday that mass coronavirus infections could still occur in Israel despite the country s successful COVID vaccination drive and the subsequent drastic reduction in active cases.
As of Sunday, there were 1,805 active cases of COVID-19 in Israel, with just 248 patients being hospitalized for treatment. A total of 6,350 people have died so far from the disease.