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WHO statement on coronavirus vaccination

The WHO issued a statement following Russian President Vladimir Putin's announcement of the first registered coronavirus vaccine.
WHO spokesman Tariq Yasarevic said that they were discussing whether the Russian-made coronavirus vaccine meets their standards, Qadin.Net reports citing axşam.az.
"We are in close contact with the Russian health authorities and discussions are ongoing on the WHO's pre-qualification for the vaccine. However, the pre-qualification of any vaccine involves careful consideration and evaluation of all required safety and efficacy data," he said. .
Russia's first coronavirus vaccine was developed jointly by the Gamaleya Research Institute and the Russian Defense Ministry. Clinical trials of the vaccine began on June 18, with 38 volunteers participating.

11 August 2020
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