Health ministry says this has been used for decades in Polio, Rabies, and Influenza vaccines, is neither used in growth of SARS CoV2 virus nor in the final formulation
On the decision to increase the gap between two doses of Covishield from four-six weeks to 12-16 weeks, NTAGI chairman said the move was based on scientific data
The government is keeping an eye on a new Delta plus variant that has emerged in Europe
68-year-old man was administered Covishield on Mar 8
An SBO is a person holding a beneficial interest of at least 10 per cent whether acting alone, together or through one or more individuals or trust, in a company
FDA asks Bharat Bio's US partner Ocugen to apply for full authorisation
Technical advisory group would review and decide on the matter based on pandemic scenario, says govt
The national coverage for the first dose among health care workers is over 82 per cent
While post-Covid patients are contributing to the footfall, there is also a pick-up in non-Covid treatment.
Guidelines based on their ability to handle masks safety; it does not mean they are not at risk of Covid infection
250 mn Covishield and 190 mn Covaxin doses meant for Aug-Dec period
Vaccine price for private hospitals to be declared by each vaccine manufacturer, subsequent changes to be notified in advance
'Vanishing companies' served notices for flouting norms, but promoters didn't respond
Govt says India has to buy time to get larger population vaccinated
The formulation, an RBD protein sub-unit vaccine, is currently undergoing Phase-3 trials
Used to treat only mild to moderate disease in high-risk Covid-19 patients, doctors feel the treatment can bolster the fight against severe disease
While 344 districts have reported less than 5 per cent positivity for the week ending May 31, there are still 239 districts that are more than 10 per cent positive
Health ministry to share delivery schedule, allocation with states in advance. States to ensure minimal wastage
John says that the world needs to start talking about eradicating Covid
Delhi's decision came after a consistent decrease in the number of cases and infection rate.