Coronavirus
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that an outbreak of COVID-19 had reached global pandemic levels. In a number of countries, the outbreak exposed shortcomings in public health and social welfare protection systems, making it harder to protect at-risk populations and reduce disease transmission. In responding to this crisis, governments should prioritize the right to health for all, as well as human rights. This means prioritizing science over politics, caring for those most at risk, avoiding censorship, and limiting lockdowns. Governments should also address the special concerns of people in prisons, jails, and migrant detention centers, older people, and people with disabilities in institutions. Human Rights Dimensions of COVID-19 Response >>
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“Between Hunger and the Virus”
The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on People Living in Poverty in Lagos, Nigeria
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Yemen: Houthis Risk Civilians’ Health in Covid-19
Stop Spreading Disinformation; Ensure Access to Testing, Health Care, Vaccines
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Nigeria: Covid-19 Impact Worsens Hunger in Lagos
Inadequate Support Highlights Need for Expanded Social Security System
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Australia Should Back Covid-19 Waiver of Intellectual Property Rules
Waive TRIPS Amid Delta Outbreak, Vaccine Shortages
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Sri Lanka: Protect Garment Workers’ Rights During Pandemic
Compromised Safety, Pay Cuts, Representatives Threatened
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Health Workers Abandoned in Yemen’s Covid-19 Fight
Houthi Authorities Still Hinder Vaccination of Medical Staff
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Malaysia: Raids on Migrants Hinder Vaccine Access
Policies Undermine Government’s Calls for Global Vaccine Equity
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Afghanistan: Children Detained, Tortured for Insurgent Links
Government, UN, Donors Should Ensure Reintegration
