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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As Australia Reopens, Vaccine Equity Should Be a Priority
Disparities in Vaccination Rates Leaves Communities at Risk
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India's Supreme Court Orders to Vaccinate Patients in Mental Health Facilities
The SC Order is Welcome, But More Needs to Be Done for People with Disabilities
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Quad Leaders Should Back Covid-19 Intellectual Property Waiver
Summit Meeting Key Opportunity to Address Vaccine Inequities
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Kenya: Survivors of Gender-Based Violence Lack Help
Effective Law Enforcement, Access to Shelter, Financial Support Are Critical
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Sharing Knowledge, Technology Critical to Curb Covid-19
Commodifying Life-Saving Medical Products Undermines Global Health Response
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Tentative Steps Toward Vaccine Equity in Malaysia
Demonstrate that Undocumented Migrants Won’t Be Arrested
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Australia: Prisoners Denied Vaccine Access
New South Wales Should Urgently Address Spread of Covid-19 in Prisons
