WHO backs use of AstraZeneca vaccine for virus

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WHO backs use of AstraZeneca vaccine for virus

GENEVA — The World Health Organization’s expert committee on coronavirus vaccines says its review of the AstraZeneca vaccine indicates it has “tremendous potential to prevent infections and reduce deaths.” In a statement...

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