U.K. Cites 7 Clot Deaths; U.S. Cases Trend Upward: Virus Update
Bloomberg
1 day ago
The U.K. confirmed seven people had died from blood clots after receiving AstraZeneca Plc’s vaccine. More than 18 million doses have been administered in the country, and the regulator insists the shot is safe.
Weekly U.S. infections hit their highest point since late February, even with vaccinations at record levels. India reported the most new cases since the peak of its outbreak in September.
The Philippines extended a lockdown in Manila and nearby provinces by at least a week as active coronavirus cases reached the highest in Southeast Asia. Argentine President Alberto Fernandez tested positive after taking a preliminary antigen screening for his fever.