AstraZeneca keeps backing of Australian politicians and health advisors despite blood clot concerns

Australian health advisors and the government remain committed to the rollout of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, despite safety concerns overseas and on the backbench.

Multiple European countries, including Spain, Italy, France, Germany and Portugal, have suspended the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine, following reports that people who received it went on to form blood clots.

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said on Tuesday morning there was no…