US COVID response: War and profiteering remains the priority
The death toll in the US due to COVID-19 has crossed 1million. The richest country in the world has stumbled in controlling the pandemic and the poorest have suffered the most
Pandemic vs endemic debate: A brief explanation
Immunologist Dr. Satyajit Rath and NewsClick’s Prabir Purkayastha take a look at the debate around when the COVID-19 pandemic might turn endemic
Global nurses coalition demands investigation against COVID-19 criminals
Nurses from 28 countries have filed a complaint in the UN alleging human rights violations by EU, UK, Norway, Switzerland, and Singapore for ‘the loss of countless lives’ in the pandemic.
Cuba is ready to reopen its borders
The island nation will lift the mandatory quarantine measure for all international travelers and restart several important airline routes
Over 1.5 million Australians might be hit by Morrison government’s decision to end COVID-19 disaster aid
The proposed end to disaster pay for millions affected by job loss and pandemic-induced economic slowdown comes at a time when the Scott Morrison government is pushing to reopen the economy despite a surge in COVID-19 infections
Vaccine rollout in North Africa and West Asia: inequities rampant as conflict-hit regions suffer
Vaccination rates remain low in West Asia and North Africa even as these regions see an increase in the number of Covid-19 cases. As the health emergency deepens, sluggish vaccination campaigns and extreme disparities within the region remain a challenge
COVID-19-related deaths surge in Iran amid lack of vaccines
Iran is currently facing the fifth wave of COVID-19 pandemic, with many cases of the highly contagious Delta variant being reported. The country is facing problems importing the vaccines due to sanctions imposed by the US
Resident doctors in Nigeria go on indefinite strike over salary delays and poor work conditions
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors also claimed that only one out of 19 families of doctors who died during COVID-19 work have been paid compensation, so far
Pedro Castillo takes office as Peru’s new president
In his first speech as president, peasant and public school teacher Pedro Castillo stressed that his government will prioritize the needs of the historically marginalized sectors and outlined a series of progressive reforms to transform the country
How protected are vaccinated persons from Delta Variant?
As the Delta variant continues to wreak havoc on country after country, immunologist Dr. Satyajit Rath discusses to what extent those who have been vaccinated are protected from infection
COVID-19 in Brazil: Over half a million deaths and a tale of political incompetence
The inadequate approach of Jair Bolsonaro’s administration has strongly contributed to the horrific death toll in Brazil due to COVID-19. Support for his policies has hit a record low, as he faces an inquiry for deliberately spreading the virus
“We are inviting vaccine-escape variants”
Dr. Satyajit Rath discusses the rates of COVID-19 immunization in India and how the iniquitous nature of this process can lead to the spread of vaccine-escaping variants






