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Spread of Covid-19 variants heightens debate over extra vaccines China is among the countries considering a third dose. Photo: STR/AFP
A growing number of countries are considering third vaccine shots, but it is still not clear that this is the most effective way to tackle Covid-19 as new variants spread and it remains unknown how long their protection lasts.
Scientists say this is a complicated question and the answers could vary according to individual or national circumstances - or the vaccines involved.
The World Health Organization says so far there is no evidence booster shots are needed.
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