In an attempt to counter the spread of the Delta variant of Covid-19 in the United States, some cities are taking strong measures. This is the case of New York, which will require the presentation of proof of vaccination for employees and customers of restaurants, gyms, theaters and businesses from August 16, according to announcements by Mayor Bill. de Blasio, Tuesday August 3. A first. This obligation is in line with a series of measures intended to encourage New Yorkers to be vaccinated, as this highly contagious variant is spreading through the most populous city in the United States.
Speaking at a press conference, Mayor Bill de Blasio said this measure was the one that would make the difference in stemming the spread of the epidemic. To date, around 60% of New York’s population has received at least one dose of the Covid vaccine, according to city data. On the other hand, in some areas – mainly in the poorest neighborhoods – the vaccination rate remains low.
Controls will be put in place from September 13. A “Key to NYC” health pass will also allow employees and customers of gyms, restaurants and other entertainment venues to prove that they have been vaccinated, said Bill de Blasio. Regarding protective masks, the New York mayor did not make them compulsory in closed places, but strongly recommended it.
(With Reuters)
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