Masks
Israel urges immediate vaccination as flu morbidity rises, orders 485,000 more vaccine doses
While the vaccine does not entirely prevent infection, it significantly reduces the risk of serious illness and related complications.
CT scans unveil faces of Colombian Andes mummies long sealed by death masks
Behind the mask: We’ve compiled ten face masks for perfect skin
Ahead of Purim: The simple way to feel much better about yourself
New Chinese research suggests using masks leads people to behave ethically
The research conducted across 10 studies focused on deviant behavior demonstrates that masks cause people to be less likely to behave poorly than those who weren't wearing them.
COVID-19 isolation and compulsory masks should be canceled - Ichilov CEO
Isolation is still compulsory for people who test positive for COVID-19, and masks have to be worn in medical and welfare institutions.
COVID-19: Commissioner implores public to wear masks
If the public does not listen and implement this request, the government will soon consider making mask-wearing indoors mandatory.
Sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in Israel may be caused by BA.5 variant
Health Ministry recommends that people once again start wearing masks in enclosed spaces.
Mouth-to-mouth CPR effective while wearing face mask - study
A Czech study found that mouth-to-mouth ventilation through a breathable respirator was effective more than 90% of the time during the pandemic.
COVID-19: Israel doesn't require masks anymore, but there are others we wear
Now that masks are no longer required against COVID-19, we need to tune in with ourselves and get rid of the other masks in our lives, the ones which aren’t visible.
How are Israelis reacting to the end of the mask mandate?
With the mask mandate cancelled, Israel appears to be, for all intents and purposes, back to how it was before March 2020 and the outbreak of the pandemic.
Mask mandate cancellation comes into effect in Israel
The Health Ministry reported some 2,460 new coronavirus cases on Saturday evening.
Uncomfortable flying without a mask mandate? Some airlines may refund your ticket
If flying without a mask mandate makes you nervous, some airlines will offer you a refund but others won't give you a break unless you have a refundable ticket.
COVID-19: Mask mandate to be canceled in closed spaces
A mask will still be required in places with high infection potential including hospitals and nursing homes.
