Coronavirus in Israel: January Saw Highest Death Toll

(Times of Israel) The Israel Health Ministry said Monday that 1,433 people passed away in January, comprising 30% of the total pandemic death toll of 4,796. 5,140 people tested positive for Covid-19 on Sunday. 1,140 patients are in serious condition, of whom 315 are ventilated. 31% of those in serious condition are below age 59. There are 68,331 currently active patients. At the same time, 3.1 million have been vaccinated, including 1.8 million who have received both doses. (Ynet News) A military task force on Monday reported a reduction in the number of new cases and serious patients over the age of 60, attributed to the widespread vaccination campaign in that age group.


2021-02-01 00:00:00

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