COVID Vaccines Injected in Iran Exceed 128 Million
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Health Ministry said on Saturday that more than 128 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been injected across the country.
Omicron Reinfections Unlikely over Several Months, Says US Expert Fauci
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – It is extremely unlikely that a person can be reinfected with Omicron, at least in the short term, President Joe Biden's top medical adviser said, as the US begins to see sharp declines in cases in areas hit earliest by the variant.
Coronavirus in Iran: Some 1,250 Patients in ICUs
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Of the patients diagnosed with the coronavirus infection in Iran, more than 1,240 are in the intensive care units of hospitals.
Over 300 mln COVID-19 Cases Confirmed All over World, WHO Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The COVID-19 total caseload all over the world has surpassed 330 mln, while the death toll has reached 5.55 mln, the World Health Organization (WHO) stated.
New COVID Cases in Iran Mounting Gradually, Death Toll below 20
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – While the number of people diagnosed with the coronavirus in Iran has begun to grow in recent days, the daily deaths from the pandemic has remained below 20.
Germany Surpasses 100,000 Daily COVID-19 Cases for First Time
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Germany reported 112,323 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, a fresh single-day record as the health minister said the peak had not been reached and compulsory vaccination should be introduced by May.
China Orders Overseas Mail Disinfection over Omicron Fears
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – China’s postal service has ordered workers to disinfect international deliveries and urged the public to reduce orders from overseas after authorities claimed mail could be the source of recent coronavirus outbreaks.
Around 300 New COVID Cases Hospitalized in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The number of coronavirus patients who have been admitted to the hospital across Iran over the past 24 hours stood at 306, the Health Ministry said on Tuesday.
Australia Suffers Deadliest Day of Pandemic As Omicron Drives Up Hospital Cases
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Australia suffered its deadliest day of the pandemic on Tuesday as a fast-moving Omicron outbreak continued to push up hospitalization rates to record levels, even as daily infections eased slightly.
Japan Ready to Expand COVID-19 Restrictions As Infections Surge
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Japan’s government is preparing social restrictions in Tokyo and other regions as the omicron variant of the coronavirus infects more people.
The Poor Die from COVID While Rich Get Richer, Oxfam Warns
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The wealth of the 10 richest men has doubled during the coronavirus pandemic, stoking inequality that contributes to the deaths of at least 21,300 people each day, according to a report released on Monday by Oxfam International.
Coronavirus in Iran: Daily Deaths Drop to 20
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The daily death toll from the coronavirus in Iran decreased again on Monday, standing at 20.
Chinese Cities on High COVID-19 Alert As Lunar New Year Travel Season Starts
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Several Chinese cities went on high COVID-19 alert as the Lunar New Year holiday travel season started on Monday, requiring travelers to report their trips days before their arrival, as the omicron variant reached more areas including Beijing.
Over 12.5 Million Iranians Get COVID Booster Shots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than 12,521,000 people in Iran have received a third dose of the coronavirus vaccine, known as the booster shot.
Beijing Tightens Rules for Entering City after Omicron Case
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Beijing will require travelers to get a COVID-19 test within 72 hours of arrival in the Chinese capital, state media announced on Sunday, a day after the city reported its first Omicron case and as it readies to stage the Winter Olympics next month.
Coronavirus Is Here to Stay, Will Turn into Endemic Disease: WHO Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The way the novel coronavirus pandemic develops suggests that the virus will never go away completely, circulating as an endemic disease instead, WHO Representative to Russia Melita Vujnovic said.
Protesters Hit French Streets to Fight New Vaccine Pass
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands demonstrated in cities across France on Saturday against tighter restrictions on people not vaccinated against COVID-19, as parliamentary wrangling continued over a draft law.
President Urges Reopening of Live Events in Conformity with COVID Protocols
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi called for plans to allow people to attend exhibitions and matches in stadiums in compliance with the coronavirus protocols.
