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US government asks monkeypox vaccine manufacturer Bavarian Nordic to find partners

US government asks monkeypox vaccine manufacturer Bavarian Nordic to find partners

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A global shortage of supplies of a vaccine used to protect against serious monkeypox diseases has prompted the US to negotiate new terms with its sole manufacturer, Bavarian Nordic. The White House Monkeypox Response Team told reporters that for the next order – 2.5 million doses – the US has asked Bavarian Nordic to partner …

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Fears over fight to contain monkeypox spread amid vaccine 'shortages'

Fears over fight to contain monkeypox spread amid vaccine ‘shortages’

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There are concerns that there may not be enough monkeypox vaccines during the current outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the growing cases a public health emergency, with shots being rolled out to those most at risk. 2 Experts have warned there may not be enough monkeypox vaccine to make ends meetCredit: EPA 2 …

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Polio: How to Find Your Long-Lost Vaccine Records and Other FAQs

Polio: How to Find Your Long-Lost Vaccine Records and Other FAQs

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“Adults seeking their polio immunization history should check with their health care provider to see if they have that information available,” said Monica Pomeroy, a public information officer with the New York State Department of Health. “However, the New York State Immunization Information System was established in 2008, so data may not be available before …

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