COVID-19 vaccine

Downing Street Shoots Down Donald Trump's Hopes Of Fast-Tracking Coronavirus Vaccine

The White House had been hoping to jump the queue for a British vaccine, according to reports.
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Why The Government Is So Reluctant To Make Vaccinations Mandatory

There's a lot riding on the discovery of a coronavirus vaccine and the uptake of the flu jab this winter. Why not insist people take them?
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Chance Of Coronavirus Vaccine By Christmas 'Very Low', Says Chris Whitty

England's chief medical officer cautions against optimistic timetable following positive results of Oxford trial.
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Every NHS Worker To Be Given Flu Jab This Winter, Matt Hancock Reveals

The government is gearing up for a significant flu vaccination programme to stop the NHS being overwhelmed if there is a winter spike in coronavirus.
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UK Government Signs Deals For 90m Extra Doses Of Coronavirus Vaccine

Business secretary Alok Sharma said the new agreements would “ensure the UK has the best chance possible of securing a vaccine that protects those most at risk”.
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Why Poor Countries Could Be Priced Out Of A Covid-19 Vaccine

Pharma giant AstraZeneca says it's "too early to comment on pricing post-pandemic".
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Face Mask Law Could Last Until Coronavirus Vaccine Found, Says Matt Hancock

But health secretary says people will not be forced to wear face coverings in offices.
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UK Will Not Join EU Scheme To Obtain Coronavirus Vaccine, Matt Hancock Confirms

The health secretary said Britain's own procurement programmes were already more advanced.
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Nearly One Third Of Brits 'Unsure Or Would Not Use Covid-19 Vaccine'

Poll findings come amid a dramatic rise in the popularity of anti-vaxx social media pages and channels since the coronavirus outbreak.
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What Are The Coronavirus Vaccine Human Trials Actually Doing And What Is Involved?

Experts involved in the Oxford University Covid-19 vaccine trial – and a participant – explain how it works.
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