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Covid-19: Govt to encourage 'high-risk' group to take current booster stock

Covid-19: Govt to encourage 'high-risk' group to take current booster stock

UPDATED 4.09PM | The ones we have can still protect the people, Dzulkefly says.

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China's CanSino reports 'positive' interim data from Covid mRNA booster trial

China's CanSino reports 'positive' interim data from Covid mRNA booster trial

The vaccine was tested on 433 people aged 18 and above.

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Exco: Only 1.8pct in Johor given second booster against Covid-19

Exco: Only 1.8pct in Johor given second booster against Covid-19

Ling Tian Soon says vaccination can be done on a walk-in or appointment basis.

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Updated Covid boosters offer better protection than original - US study

Updated Covid boosters offer better protection than original - US study

They produce higher antibody responses against the BA.4/B.5 subvariants.

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US FDA authorises updated Covid booster shots for children aged 5

US FDA authorises updated Covid booster shots for children aged 5

This will expand the US government's fall vaccination campaign.

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Boost high-risk people with Omicron-tailored shots first: EU officials

Boost high-risk people with Omicron-tailored shots first: EU officials

They include those over 60, immunocompromised people, pregnant women.

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MOH prescribes Covid-19 vaccines for sick infants, boosters for pregnant women

MOH prescribes Covid-19 vaccines for sick infants, boosters for pregnant women

Children with comorbidities aged 5 to 12 can also get first booster.

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US eyes annual shots as updated Covid-19 vaccines roll out

US eyes annual shots as updated Covid-19 vaccines roll out

Americans can get the new boosters alongside their regular annual flu shots.

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Second booster now available to those aged 50-59

Second booster now available to those aged 50-59

Khairy's announcement comes amid a surge in infections.

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Second booster uptake skyrockets as new Covid wave looms

Second booster uptake skyrockets as new Covid wave looms

This is after a steady increase in Covid-19 cases recorded.

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New Covid booster for Omicron, but is that necessary?

New Covid booster for Omicron, but is that necessary?

Scientists say boosters may only offer significant benefits for older people.

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KJ encourages 2nd booster in time for inevitable Covid-19 wave

KJ encourages 2nd booster in time for inevitable Covid-19 wave

'Maybe within two to three months, we will experience a new wave.'

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Sanofi: Next-gen Covid booster shot has potential against main variants

Sanofi: Next-gen Covid booster shot has potential against main variants

The variants include the Omicron BA.1 and BA.2 strains.

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Immunocompromised teens can get booster 4 months after primary vaccine

Immunocompromised teens can get booster 4 months after primary vaccine

They first need to consult a registered medical practitioner.

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Pfizer seeks US authorisation of booster shot for younger kids

Pfizer seeks US authorisation of booster shot for younger kids

Its Covid-19 vaccine is for children aged 5 to 11 years.

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How to get additional Covid-19 shots if you are eligible

How to get additional Covid-19 shots if you are eligible

Extra vax shots for elderly, children, and int'l travellers.

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Elderly should take Covid-19 booster for optimum protection - KJ

Elderly should take Covid-19 booster for optimum protection - KJ

Minister says Omicron infection can still be severe for seniors.

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Pfizer says booster dose increases protection against Omicron in kids aged 5-11

Pfizer says booster dose increases protection against Omicron in kids aged 5-11

Study shows 36-fold increase in Omicron neutralising antibodies.

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Govt allows vulnerable groups to get additional Covid-19 shot

Govt allows vulnerable groups to get additional Covid-19 shot

UPDATED 8.29PM | These include those above 60 with high-risk comorbidities, immunocompromised people.

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S Korea to expand rollout of second Covid booster shot to people over 60

S Korea to expand rollout of second Covid booster shot to people over 60

Second booster shots are being provided to high-risk groups.

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US FDA advisers to discuss additional Covid vaccine shots, booster design

US FDA advisers to discuss additional Covid vaccine shots, booster design

New variants are often more infectious and transmissible.

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Double-vaxxed folk can still work, dine-in after booster deadline

Double-vaxxed folk can still work, dine-in after booster deadline

This doesn't mean no longer need to get booster.

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Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna 2nd boosters approved for older Americans

Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna 2nd boosters approved for older Americans

New Covid boosters at least four months after previous dose.

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Australia to roll out fourth Covid vaccine shot ahead of winter

Australia to roll out fourth Covid vaccine shot ahead of winter

This is due to concerns of co-circulation of Covid-19 and flu viruses.

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