Johnson & Johnson one-dose shot protects against Covid-19, FDA says

The new vaccine could help speed up the immunisation plan in the US( (PA)
The new vaccine could help speed up the immunisation plan in the US( (PA)

A single-dose vaccine from Johnson & Johnson (J&J) protects against Covid-19, according to an analysis by US regulators that sets the stage for a final decision on a new and easier-to-use shot to help tame the pandemic.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) scientists confirmed that overall the vaccine is about 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe Covid-19.

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