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Clotting factors: the AstraZeneca vaccine

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Understanding AstraZeneca Vaccine Clotting Risks

This chapter explores the findings from an analysis in Prague about rare blood clotting incidents linked to the AstraZeneca vaccine, particularly in individuals under 30. It underscores health authorities' recommendations for alternative vaccines and discusses the ongoing debate about the vaccine's overall safety versus the risks of these rare clots. Additionally, it highlights the differences in vaccination strategies between the UK and the EU, as well as the importance of monitoring potential adverse effects during widespread vaccination efforts.

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