Syringe shortage delays Nepal’s Pfizer vaccinations
Health authorities were planning to vaccinate children aged 12-17 in eight districts from Tuesday (Dec 28).
Korea approves Pfizer oral drug against Covid-19
Patients at residential treatment centers or those being treated at home can take the medication with a prescription.
Delhi comes under night curfew, with some exemptions allowed
Officials indicated that no relaxation in the curfew would be permitted during the final days of the year.
UK, US, Japan among countries to accept Việt Nam’s vaccination certificates
80 other partners, including India and Canada, have agreed in principle with the recognition.
Only vaccinated against Covid-19 should attend holiday parties: Davao doctor
The Southern Philippines Medical Center medical chief said this would help prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed by severe cases.
Delhi to be under night curfew as Covid-19 single-day cases rise to 290
The cumulative number of deaths caused by the virus now stood at 25,105.
Covid-19’s rise and fall in a year of uncertainty
With the emergence of variants, health authorities have reiterated the importance of getting vaccinated and receiving booster shots.
From Jan 15, S’pore’s unvaccinated workers not allowed to return to work
From Jan 1, only employees who are fully vaccinated or have recovered from Covid-19 within the past 180 days can return to the workplace.
Omicron cases in S’pore have not been severe, none required intensive care so far
Globally, the Omicron variant has now been detected in more than 110 countries, mainly in Africa and Europe.
Will this be the last Christmas of the Covid-19 pandemic?
The second Christmas of Covid-19 has passed as South Korea battles its worst surge in the pandemic yet.