Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine can be used in all adults – WHO

Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 - 16:16

Ella Pickover, Aine Fox and August Graham, PA

Scientists advising the World Health Organisation (WHO) have recommended the use of the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine in all adults.

WHO scientists have issued interim recommendations on the vaccine, saying that the jab could be given people aged 18 and above “without an upper age limit”.

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