Oxford scientists preparing vaccine versions to combat emerging Covid variants, says report
Oxford scientists preparing vaccine versions to combat emerging Covid variants, says report
The team behind the vaccine from Oxford and AstraZeneca is undertaking feasibility studies to reconfigure the technology, a daily said, citing a confirmation from Oxford University.
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UPDATED: January 21, 2021 10:01 IST
Oxford is carefully assessing the impact of new variants on vaccine immunity, according to an official. (Photo: Reuters)
Oxford scientists are preparing to rapidly produce new versions of their vaccine to combat emerging more contagious Covid-19 variants discovered in the UK, South Africa and Brazil, The Telegraph has reported.
Another person dies after COVID-19 vaccination in Karnataka; not related to vaccine, says Centre
Health Ministry says death of a person from Shivamogga in Karnataka is not related to vaccination, and it s a case of myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack
BusinessToday.In | January 21, 2021 | Updated 11:47 IST
Person complained about breathing problems on Wednesday and died on way to hospital
A man from Shivamogga area of Karnataka was the second recipient to die after taking Covid-19 vaccine. The health ministry confirmed the death of the recipient but said it s not related to vaccination.
The Union Health Ministry in a statement said the death of a person from Shivamogga in Karnataka is not related to vaccination, and that it s a case of myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack.
Punjab: Asha worker reports complications after getting Covid vaccine shot in Ferozepur
Punjab: Asha worker reports complications after getting Covid vaccine shot in Ferozepur
35-year-old Asha worker Bindiya reported complications after she was administered the first dose of Covid-19 vaccine in Punjab s Ferozepur on Tuesday.
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According to a medical officer, she is now stable. (Photo for representation: Reuters)
A Ferozepur-based Asha worker has reported complications after she was administered the first dose of Covid-19 vaccine in a civil hospital in Punjab on Tuesday.
Identified as Bindiya, the 35-year-old woman had complained of breathlessness after getting the shot. She was admitted to the Civil Hospital in Ferozepur on Wednesday, and she is now under observation.