Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes accuses former boyfriend as criminal proceedings begin August 29, 2021 Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes is accusing her former boyfriend, who was president of the blood-testing startup, of abusing her Several court documents were unsealed last night. Watch the full report.
Contaminant found in Moderna Covid-19 vaccines believed to be metallic particles August 27, 2021 A contaminant found in a batch of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccines delivered to Japan is believed to be a metallic particle, Japanese public broadcaster NHK reported today. Earlier this week the country had suspended 1.6m doses of the Covid shot after reports of contaminents. Watch the full report.
Primark’s Oxford Street and Wood Green changing rooms to turn into pop-up Covid jab clinics this weekend August 27, 2021 Primark changing rooms at two London stores will become vaccination clinics this bank holiday weekend. Shoppers can turn up without an appointment and get a first or second dose of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine, NHS England said. The popular clothing chain store has partnered with the NHS, Haringey Council and Westminster City Council to host [...]
Risk of blood clots after vaccine much lower than with Covid-19, researchers conclude August 27, 2021 The increased risk of blood clots after a coronavirus vaccine is much lower than with Covid-19, one of the lead authors of a large study has said, adding that the vast majority of people will be “absolutely fine” after their jab. The findings of what is believed to be the largest study on vaccine side [...]
Fatal blood clot: Coroner rules AstraZeneca vaccine caused death of BBC host Lisa Shaw August 27, 2021 The death of award-winning BBC radio presenter Lisa Shaw was caused by complications as a result of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, a coroner in Newcastle has concluded. Shaw died in May, just over three weeks after she had her first dose of the jab, an inquest in Newcastle heard on Thursday. The 44-year-old – who [...]
No patent needed: Thailand develops machine to extract more Covid vaccine August 26, 2021 As Thailand struggles with its worst coronavirus outbreak yet, researchers in the country have developed a machine to draw out Covid-19 vaccine doses more efficiently and optimise lower-than-expected supplies. Watch the full report.
Johnson & Johnson: Covid booster dose sharply increases levels of antibodies August 26, 2021 A booster dose of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine sharply increased levels of antibodies, according to interim data from two early-stage trials, the company said late last night. Watch the full report.
China says American labs should be investigated to find origin of Covid August 26, 2021 China has criticized U.S. efforts to trace the origin of the coronavirus, demanding without any evidence that American labs be investigated. The move comes ahead of the release of a U.S. intelligence report on the virus. Watch the full report.
Dr. Fauci: US could control Covid by early next year August 25, 2021 The United States could get Covid-19 under control by early next year if vaccinations ramp up, Dr. Anthony Fauci said last night, with more potential approvals coming in the weeks ahead. Watch the full report.
Vaccinated mothers: Breast milk ‘contains antibodies that help to protect babies’ August 24, 2021 When babies are born, their underdeveloped immune systems make it hard for them to fight infections on their own. They are also often too young to respond adequately to certain types of vaccines, experts say. However, the breast milk of mothers who have had Covid-19 vaccines contains a significant level of antibodies that may help [...]