WHO will assess the necessity for a COVID-19 booster dose today

Today, November 11, a World Health Organization (WHO) advisory group will review the coronavirus situation and decide whether the COVID-19 booster doses should be administered globally.

The demand for booster doses has grown as the number of COVID-19 patients has increased. With such a large population vaccinated, it will be simple to administer booster doses.

The European Medicines Agency approved booster dosages of BioNTech/Pfizer and Moderna for immunocompromised patients last month. The WHO announced that it is analysing the issue and will make a decision on the need and timing of the booster dose based on that evaluation.

For the unversed, booster shots are given to individuals who are completely vaccinated to improve immunity and give more clinical protection. The main objective is to retain the vaccine’s effectiveness in the body of the individual.

Covaxin manufacturer, Krishna Ella also mentioned that its nasal vaccine has cleared the Phase-2 trial and is likely to be available soon. He also said that the government is looking to add it to the Cowin platform to begin clinical trials.

Medically Speaking

Recent Posts

ANTIBIOTIC MISUSE IN INDIA: HOW IT’S MAKING INFECTION TREATMENT MORE CHALLENGING

Antibiotic use has surged globally, leading to a rise in antibiotic resistance, especially concerning in…

6 hours ago

CHILD DIES FROM CHOKING ON CANDY: HOW TO SAFEGUARD AGAINST CHOKING HAZARDS IN YOUNG CHILDREN

Choking is a leading cause of injury and death in young children, particularly those under…

8 hours ago

Video: How Hard Water Leads to Hair Fall and Expert Tips to Combat It

Hard Water (Khara Pani) Leading To Hair Fall Hard water is rich in minerals and…

9 hours ago

“How High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Is Rising: What Every Expectant Mother Should Know”

Discover how the rise in high blood pressure during pregnancy is impacting maternal and fetal…

9 hours ago

“Revitalize Your Weight Loss Journey: 6 Powerful Homemade Drinks to Naturally Melt Away Fat!”

"Discover the transformative power of six delicious homemade drinks that can help you naturally melt…

9 hours ago

“Revitalize Your Weight Loss Journey: 8 Powerful Fat-Flushing Drinks to Boost Your Results!”

"Transform your weight loss routine with these eight delicious fat-flushing drinks that not only hydrate…

10 hours ago