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Russia registers first Covid-19 vaccine, Putin's daughter administered dose

Putin said that one of his two daughters has received a shot of the vaccine and is feeling well

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Putin emphasised that the vaccine underwent the necessary tests

1 min read Last Updated : Aug 11 2020 | 2:45 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin says that a coronavirus vaccine developed in the country has been registered for use and one of his daughters has already been inoculated.

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Speaking at a government meeting on Tuesday, Putin said that the vaccine has proven efficient during tests, offering a lasting immunity from the coronavirus.

Putin emphasised that the vaccine underwent the necessary tests. He added that one of his two daughters has received a shot of the vaccine and is feeling well.

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Topics : Coronavirus Coronavirus Vaccine Russia Vladimir Putin

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