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World prepares for future pandemics

World prepares for future pandemics

While the threat of another COVID-19 outbreak remains present, with a growing number of studies pointing to waning vaccine immunity over time though they remain highly effective against severe illness and hospitalization, countries should prepare for future pandemics

The Belarusian authorities return the mask regime to the country

The Belarusian authorities return the mask regime to the country

In connection with the unfavorable epidemiological situation concerning the incidence of coronavirus in Belarus, from October 9, the mandatory wearing of masks and the observance of distance in public places are introduced, the press service of …

UAE and Saudi Arabia introduce new visas

UAE and Saudi Arabia introduce new visas

Amid an attempt to drive a post-coronavirus economic rebound, a number of countries in the Gulf have introduced new immigration measures to help attract skilled foreign workers

20% of adults fully vaccinated in Georgia

20% of adults fully vaccinated in Georgia

Currently, the process of mass vaccination against the new type of coronavirus continues in Georgia. To date, 1,467,065 vaccinations have been carried out in the country. According to the National Center for Disease Control and Public …

Facemasks pose serious threats to birds

Facemasks pose serious threats to birds

Nature lovers have urged people to cut the straps of the facemasks in half before throwing them away because these straps can cause serious problems for both birds and animals. They stated that the people needed to rip the strings off their …

The forgotten history of Soviet-American vaccine diplomacy

The forgotten history of Soviet-American vaccine diplomacy

Despite the deterioration in relations between the United States and Russia, there’s some hope that new forms of “vaccine diplomacy” may once again take hold. The June 2021 summit held in Geneva between President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin suggests the two countries are open to high-level dialogue

Iranians want but cannot get vaccinated

Iranians want but cannot get vaccinated

The slow pace of vaccinations is sparking anger in Iran, where outraged citizens have abandoned hope of the government providing the essential shots. As an act of defiance, Iranians are now refusing to wear masks and comply with quarantines