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Thailand to mix AZ and Sinovac doses

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WHO’s chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan on Monday advised against mixing and matching vaccines, calling it a “dangerous trend”. “We are in a data-free, evidence-free zone on as far as mix and match,” she said. Reuters

Nasal Covid vaccine prevents disease, transmission in animals: Study

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“The currently available vaccines against COVID-19 are very successful, but the majority of the world’s population is still unvaccinated and there is a critical need for more vaccines that are easy to use and effective at stopping disease and transmission,” said Paul McCray, a professor of at University of Georgia, US.

“If this new COVID-19 vaccine proves effective in people, it may help block SARS-CoV-2 transmission and help control the COVID-19 pandemic,” McCray, co-leader of the study, said.

Zika Virus Disease: Karnataka intensifies vector control measures

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“In view of reporting of Zika Virus Disease (ZVD) in the neighboring State of Kerala, it is crucial to intensify the vector control measures in Karnataka also. The current monsoon season supports the widespread proliferation of Aedes mosquito, which is a vector for Zika Virus Disease,” a circular by the Commissionerate of Health & Family Welfare Services said.

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