Vaccine Archives

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Scientists in Qatar explore the possibility of repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19 treatment

Qatar University (QU) and Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) work on expanding certain drugs’ original scope. Scientists from QU and QBRI have been exploring the possibility of repurposing antitumor drugs…

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Free flu vaccine to be provided for all in Qatar

The campaign aims to protect Qatari citizens and residents as the flu season begins Residents and citizens can access free flu shots at Primary Health Care Centres and up to…

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COVID-19 vaccine ‘free for all in Qatar’, ministry says

All residents will be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine for free once it is available. Qatar’s residents will receive the COVID-19 vaccine for free once it is available, Dr.…

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Qatar in ‘advanced discussions’ to get COVID-19 vaccines, ministry says

Qatar advances negotiations with multinational pharmaceutical companies ahead of the release of the long-awaited vaccine and warns of upcoming seasonal flu. Doha has edged closer in negotiations with key global…

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Qatar Airways Cargo signs agreement to support global COVID-19 vaccination logistical plans

The national carrier is investing in supporting the global accessibility of the coronavirus vaccine. Qatar Airways Cargo and SkyCell, a Swiss-based provider of pharma-containers, have signed an agreement to provide…

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Qatar records the highest COVID-19 recovery rate among GCC countries

A report published by the GCC Statistical Center showcased the ranking of GCC states, based on their COVID-19 recovery rates. Qatar records the highest recovery rate among neighbouring GCC countries,…

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Qatar stresses importance of equal vaccine distribution globally

The Gulf state has called on Israel to end vaccine apartheid on Palestinians. Qatar stressed the importance of providing equal access to effective and affordable Covid-19 vaccines around the world…

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Qatar approves Pfizer vaccine for 5-11 year olds as cases dip below 2,000

Children below the age of 11 will receive one-third of the adult dose, with two shots given three weeks apart. Parents can now start vaccinating their children aged between 5-11 with…

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Qatar provides $450,000 in Covid vaccine aid to Philippines

More than 30 countries worldwide have received essential aid from Qatar since the pandemic broke out in late 2019. Qatar has financed 50,000 doses of the Sinovac vaccine at a…

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