The widely used COVID-19 vaccines may do more than prevent infections — they could also help cancer patients fight tumors more effectively. Researchers discovered that mRNA vaccines, such as Pfizer and Moderna, might enhance the immune response in patients undergoing immunotherapy. This surprising link suggests that these vaccines could potentially improve survival rates among those […]
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FDA approves Novavax covid vaccine with limits on eligibility
WASHINGTON: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Novavax’s Covid-19 vaccine, Nuvaxovid, but only for limited use in specific age and health groups. The decision was announced on Friday and marks a key moment for the company. According to the FDA, the vaccine is now approved for people aged 65 and older, and […]
Sindh govt makes coronavirus vaccination compulsory for students
KARACHI: Sindh government is taking measures to ensure maximum students are vaccinated against the viral disease in the province amid the fifth wave of the coronavirus intensifying in the country. The director-general of the education department’s Directorate of Inspection and Registration of Private Institutions today made Covid-19 vaccination mandatory for students aged 12 years and […]
PIA special flights airlift 15 million doses of Sinovac vaccines from China to Pakistan
BEIJING: As many as five special flights of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have transported 15 million doses of Sinovac vaccines from China to Pakistan during the last five days. The special flights – PAK-6857, PAK-6858, PK-6856, PK-6852, and PK-6853 took off from Capital International Airport, Beijing to Islamabad between October 29 to November 2 with […]
Covid vaccine: Pfizer begins work on oral drug
It was announced on Monday that Pfizer Inc. (PFE.N) has begun a big study to test its experimental oral antiviral medication to help prevent infection with the COVID-19 virus in people who have been exposed to the virus. Merck & Co Inc. (MRK.N) of the United States and Roche Holding AG (ROG.S) of Switzerland are […]
WHO panel urges rich countries to donate atleast 1 billion Covid-19 vaccine doses
UNITED NATIONS: Rich countries must share their supplies of coronavirus vaccines quickly, in line with recommendations made earlier this year by an independent panel appointed by the World Health Organization (WHO), the former co-chairs said Tuesday. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former President of Liberia, and Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, expressed deep concern […]
What is the issue of ‘adverse reactions’ and should I take a Covid vaccine shot?
Since 2020, the biggest problem the world faces has remained the Covid-19 pandemic. Over time, it has both caused disease and death as well as crippled economies and normal life. It has become increasingly clear that neither harsh steps like nationwide lockdowns nor more maverick experiments with “herd immunity” are going to succeed at digging […]
Alia Bhatt making series about COVID vaccines
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt announced a 5 part series where she will bust myths and misinformation about COVID vaccines. Titled The Intersection: Vaccinate India, the series is a collaboration between Alia’s production house Eternal Sunshine Productions and podcast network Audiomatic. The Student of the Year actor took to Twitter and announced the news with a […]
Suno Chanda actor Farhan Saeed got his COVID vaccine
Suno Chanda actor Farhan Saeed got his COVID jab in Karachi. The Pakistani singer and actor shared his photo on Instagram getting the vaccine. He revealed that he got his jab at the Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farhan Saeed (@farhan_saeed) He urged his […]
Noor Hassan receives his COVID vaccine
Pakistani model and actor Noor Hassan received his coronavirus vaccine today and he shared this news with his fans. The Dil Here Naam actor took to his Instagram where he posted his picture receiving the jab. He wrote in the caption, “If you love yourself, you gotta protect yourself.” He also added that he was […]