Israel data shows Pfizer jab stops illness, effect on transmissions unclear – Medical Xpress

Initial data from Israel’s coronavirus vaccination campaign shows the Pfizer/BioNTech jab protects against serious illness, but it is not yet clear whether it slows transmissions or spells progress toward achieving herd immunity, experts say.
The Jewish state is carrying out what is widely described as the world’s fastest vaccination campaign per capita, watched closely by experts worldwide.
While many countries are struggling with procurement, Israel has made remarkable progress since launching…

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