A large number of young people in the UK, one of the countries least affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, are likely to be vaccinated against coronavirus, according to a new study. The study found that 22% of people under the age of 34 said they may or may not participate …
Read More »COVID-19 Live Updates: New York Positive Stakes Hit New Low, CDC Concerns over Virus Effect on Children
NEW YORK (WABC) – New York reported the lowest one-day positive rate since the start of the pandemic, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday. 65,812 tests were performed on Saturday, with only 0.7% positive tests. Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control have growing concerns about the effect of the coronavirus on …
Read More »Coronavirus: Gates Foundation invests in $ 3 vaccine for poorer countries
The Independent employs reporters around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, please consider making a contribution. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has partnered with the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer to guarantee affordable access to a coronavirus vaccine for the developing world. The collaboration between …
Read More »Tears for vaccine challenge, desired PPE measures
Editor’s Note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance at Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. Here are the stories of coronavirus that Medscape editors around the world think you need to know about today: Fax Challenge Files More than 32,000 people volunteered to participate in challenge studies for COVID-19 vaccines, which …
Read More »What to expect from the first coronavirus vaccines
The first coronavirus vaccine may come soon, but it is unlikely to be the defining blow you may be waiting for. Because it is important: The end of this global pandemic almost certainly rests with a vaccine. However, experts caution that it is important to have realistic expectations about how …
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