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Pfizer shot stops severe illness in Israel as Delta variant spreads
According to government data, Pfizer Inc.’s vaccine was less effective at keeping people from getting the coronavirus in Israel in recent weeks.
But the vaccine continues to provide a strong shield against severe Covid-19.
The health ministry said that the vaccine protected 64% of people against the illness between June 6 and early July, down from a previous 94%.
The reduction was observed as the delta variant was spreading in Israel. The delta variant first emerged in India and is spreading across the world.
As per the Health ministry, despite the indications of increased infections, the data also showed the shot is protecting people from severe illness. Its effectiveness at preventing hospitalization fell to 93%.
On the other hand, governments are working hard to vaccinate all the people as early as possible.
Israel had one of the world’s most effective coronavirus inoculation drives. About 57% of the population is now fully vaccinated.