The Wuhan Institute of Virology had an agreement with the University of Texas Medical Branch’s Galveston National Laboratory to collaborate on scientific research.
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Houston Methodist Hospital CEO Marc Bloom is making it clear to doctors and other staff – get vaccinated against COVID-19 or find employment elsewhere. Bloom’s reasoning is that the medical professions should lead by example. He also says that getting vaccinated falls under their professional oath to do everything possible to keep patients safe and healthy.
The hospital employs about 26,000 workers, with 84% already vaccinated. The hospital is close to herd immunity, according to Boom. Managers were required to be vaccinated by April 15 and all other employees by June 7. Those who refuse the vaccination will be suspended or fired. Four out of five employees have complied with the mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement. That leaves 4,100 employees who have not received at least their first dose.