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health-covid-192 years ago

"Rising Cases of JN.1 Variant Spark Concern Amid Largest COVID Wave in US"

The US is experiencing its largest COVID-19 wave since omicron, driven by the highly transmissible JN.1 variant, with about 2 million Americans infected daily, although hospitalizations and deaths are down. Experts warn against complacency and emphasize the need for updated boosters and masking. Globally, spikes in cases are occurring, but experts believe that lockdowns are unnecessary, and the focus should shift to protecting against high transmissions. While the current wave may peak by mid-February, experts remain cautiously optimistic about the severity of the situation.

via Semafor|
#covid-19#global-surge#health-covid-19
society2 years ago

Rising Global Anti-Semitism Fueled by Gaza Conflict

Antisemitic incidents have surged globally since the attack by Hamas gunmen on southern Israel on October 7 and the subsequent war on the Islamist group launched by Israel in the Gaza Strip. The number of antisemitic incidents has increased by several hundred percent compared to the same period last year in countries such as the United States, Britain, France, Germany, and South Africa. These incidents range from verbal abuse and online slurs to physical assaults and defacing of Jewish properties. Anger over the deaths of Palestinians in Gaza is often used as justification for aggression towards Jews, invoking long-standing antisemitic tropes. Jewish communities worldwide are experiencing fear and tension, with increased security measures being implemented to protect them.

via Yahoo News|
#antisemitism#gaza-war#global-surge
social-issues2 years ago

"ADL Calls on CEOs to Combat Global Surge in Antisemitism with 'Workplace Pledge'"

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is urging CEOs of major corporations globally to sign their "Workplace Pledge to Fight Antisemitism" in response to the surge of antisemitism worldwide. Over two dozen major corporations have already signed the pledge, committing to actively prevent antisemitism in their workplaces and speak out against it. ADL emphasizes the importance of corporations using their influence to condemn antisemitism and ensure safe environments for Jewish employees. The pledge includes addressing antisemitism in diversity programs, supporting Jewish employees, providing religious accommodations, and speaking out against antisemitism. ADL's initiative is part of the Biden Administration's National Strategy to Combat Antisemitism, with every Fortune 500 company receiving information on antisemitism and Jewish culture.

via ADL|
#adl#antisemitism#corporate-ceos
health2 years ago

"Emerging COVID Variants Pirola and Eris Spark Global Concerns"

Israel has identified a new COVID-19 variant, BA.2.86, nicknamed "Pirola," which contains numerous previously unseen mutations. The variant was first detected in an elderly patient who had not traveled outside the country. Since then, additional cases have been reported globally. The significance and level of concern surrounding the variant remain uncertain, but there has been a surge in COVID-19 cases in Israel, with a 30% increase in daily confirmed cases and a doubling of severe patients requiring hospitalization in the last month. Similar trends are observed globally, with a rise in COVID-19-related emergency room visits in the US and increasing cases in Europe and Asia. The effectiveness of the new vaccines against the Pirola variant is still being investigated.

via Ynetnews|
#covid-19#global-surge#health