Receiving the Drug Basket Committee's report, the Minister of Health said that the matter had been examined in legislation. "No one has the right to endanger the children of Israel." "Offers those mayors to be careful"
"Legislation examining the right to an employer, including in the education system, not to allow people who have not been vaccinated or presented a negative test in the last 48 hours to enter the workplace":
Health Minister Yuli Edelstein today (Wednesday) "No one has the right to endanger the children of Israel," he said.
"There is one thing that the best experts on the basket committee will not be able to do: prevent you from getting sick in Corona if you do not follow the guidelines," he noted.
"Tomorrow evening will be Rosh Chodesh Adar. When Adar enters, many rejoice. But so that Purim does not become Tisha B'Av of contagion, this year the joy must be very limited. No gatherings, no dancing, no parties."
Edelstein clarified that "there is still no practical decision" regarding the restrictions that will apply to the holiday.
Edelstein's remarks, today // Photo: GPO
Edelstein regarding the statement of businesses and authorities, who nevertheless intend to act contrary to the guidelines: "The green mark will be activated if there are no surprises around February 23. These two weeks will let us understand whether the opening is careful or not." We plan to open the green mark in relatively many areas. "Mayors who think they are professors of epidemiology - advise them to be careful. We have implemented the fines law, and against those who have repeatedly improved guidelines we will also apply laws related to the spread of disease."
"Another thing that only you can do - get vaccinated. To date, we have vaccinated more than 3.6 million people. That's a lot, but still not enough," he said.
"The first is the green mark that will come into action soon and in some places will only apply to vaccinated and recovering people.
"It is quite clear that there are vital areas that can not be prevented from entering regardless of the vaccine, but there are quite a few things that will open soon. Therefore I highly recommend people who want to enjoy hotels, culture, gyms - get vaccinated to access these places freely."
Participated in the preparation of the article: Ariel Kahana