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Tony Blair says give everyone one COVID-19 vaccine shot – Business Insider – Business Insider
The vaccine is based on people receiving two doses, but some argue one will suffice.
The British government is in talks with the UK medicines regulator after former prime minister Tony Blair called for the government to give everyone a single shot of the vaccine instead of the recommended two doses, according to The Telegraph.
Pharma giant Pfizer’s vaccine is currently licensed for use in the UK, US, Canada, and Europe. It is given in two doses, 21 days apart.
Pfizer’s trial data shows the vaccine to be 95% effective at protecting against COVID-19 after two doses. A single shot…
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