Hurry Up And Approve: EMA Brings Vaccine Decision Forward After Political Pressure
German Health Minister Speaks Out
Executive Summary
Resurgence of the coronavirus across Europe made the approval of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine and the start of immunization programs more urgent.
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