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Advancements in DNA vaccines against COVID-19
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), continues to spread globally. The total number of infections has reached 109.88 million globally with 61.88 million reported as recovered.
The rapid spread of the pathogen and the increasing number of cases highlight the need for an effective and safe vaccine. As vaccination efforts roll out in many countries, new types of vaccines, like deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) vaccines, are under research..
Researchers at the Department of Pharmacy, Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, in Brazil, explained the functionality and efficacy of DNA vaccines in pandemic scenarios. They also provided a summary of the DNA vaccines being tested in clinical trials.
Providence said on Thursday that its vaccine procedures created the impression that some people are able to use their access to get a vaccination appointment.
Providence offered insiders early access to COVID-19 vaccine
Updated Feb 04, 2021;
Posted Feb 04, 2021
A year ago, hospitals were gearing up virus testing centers. Now, they re administering the vaccine, but only under strict rules of priority. Beth Nakamura/Staff
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Providence Health & Services gave early access to coveted COVID-19 vaccines to some members of its Oregon governing and foundation boards in December and January.
Lisa Vance, CEO of Providence Oregon, said the practice amounted to preferential treatment for insiders, some of whom are also donors.
The Oregon Health Authority said Providence’s actions didn’t meet the state’s guidelines for initial vaccine distribution.