Coronavirus Update: Large Study Boosts Case For Vaccine Mixing
Plus, Japan Plans New Vaccine Funding
Executive Summary
Results from a large Swedish study provide further evidence that mixing different COVID-19 vaccines boosts effectiveness. Meanwhile, Japan plans new funding to support the home-grown development of coronavirus and other vaccines.
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