LONDON — The divide between the vaccinated and unvaccinated when it comes to Covid-19 is likely to become even deeper, with officials in the U. S. and Europe planning, or introducing, an increasing number of restrictions on people who haven't gotten a Covid shot. Almost all governments around the world have so far resisted making Covid vaccination mandatory for their citizens, although many have introduced forms of Covid vaccination certificates, passes or passports that allow the immunized bearer more freedoms and work opportunities than unvaccinated people. Aspects of daily life are increasingly complicated for anyone who is not vaccinated against Covid, and there is a rising sense of anger and injustice among those who reject the vaccine. Despite protests among groups against such moves, the freedom to travel, work, socialize and engage in leisure activities is increasingly determined by our Covid vaccination status. Nationally the U. S. has ruled out making Covid vaccination mandatory, rejecting the concept of vaccination passports back in April due to concerns over privacy and citizens' rights. But some states are moving toward more restrictions for unvaccinated people. Covid vaccinations are now mandatory for New York City's municipal workers, and from mid-September proof of inoculation will be required from employees and customers of indoor eateries, gyms and entertainment centers. Meanwhile, workers in health care facilities in California will be required to provide proof that they've been fully vaccinated against Covid from October. On Monday, the Pentagon said it plans to make Covid vaccination mandatory for military service members no later than mid-September. Read more: Herd immunity from Covid is ‘mythical’ with the delta variant, experts sayFrance, Greece and the U. K. are among European countries mandating vaccinations for health professionals or home care staff. In China, some local governments have reportedly said students will not be allowed back to school in September unless their entire family is fully vaccinated. In Australia, some states in lockdown are allowing only vaccinated people back to work and have said restrictions will be lifted only when a majority of people are immunized. A large number of European countries now require travelers to show they are fully vaccinated, provide proof of a negative Covid test, or show that they have recovered from a recent infection. Otherwise, they must quarantine."I ask all those who have been vaccinated to encourage their friends, acquaintances and family members to also get vaccinated," German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Tuesday, shortly after new measures were announced in that country. "This is not only a protection for us, but also for others who cannot be vaccinated — children or people with previous illnesses."There are many individuals who are unhappy about the trend toward differentiating between the vaccinated and unvaccinated.
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