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Articles with tag "Vaccine"

stubborn skepticism

3 in 4 Unvaccinated Russians Refuse to Get Coronavirus Jab – Gallup

Only around 32% of Russians have been fully vaccinated with one of the country's several vaccines.
CASH FOR JABS

Moscow Offers Pensioners $140 to Get Vaccinated

Amid a surging fourth wave of the coronavirus pandemic, Moscow rolls out cash incentives to boost flagging vaccination rates.
'we have done everything'

Kremlin Decries ‘High’ Covid Deaths, Rejects New Measures

The Kremlin continued to reject new restrictions so as to protect the economy.
FOREIGN JABS

Western Coronavirus Vaccines May Be Coming to Russia – Kommersant

The Health Ministry has proposed to allow the Moscow International Medical Cluster to import vaccines not registered in Russia.
supply and demand

Slovakia Ends Vaccination With Russia's Sputnik V Amid Slow Uptake

Slovakia had sold most of its Sputnik V doses back to Russia this summer, citing low demand. 
vaccine delegation

Argentine Health Minister Visits Russia to Discuss Vaccine Supplies – TASS

Argentina was among the first countries to use Russia's Sputnik V but hit “critical” second-dose shortages in late spring. 
SLOWING DOWN

As Coronavirus Fatalities Hit a Record High, Russia’s Vaccination Campaign Falters

With parliamentary elections looming, the Kremlin is wary of pushing Russians too hard to do something a majority are against — getting vaccinated.
delivery delays

Iran, Ghana Among Those Hit Hardest By Russia’s Vaccine Delivery Delays – BBC

Russia has touted Sputnik V as a cheap, easy to transport way out of the pandemic but its exports have hit snags.
NO SPUTNIK

Brazil to Cancel Orders for Russia’s Sputnik V Vaccine – Reuters

Brazil would be the second Latin American country to cancel its Sputnik V order after Guatemala did so this week.
Vaccine Diplomacy

Guatemala Cancels Order for Russian Vaccines

The delay sparked criticism of the government and calls for an investigation.
vaccine cocktail

Russia Approves Combined Sputnik V, AstraZeneca Trials

Sputnik V's developers believe that its effectiveness against the virus can be increased by combining it with other vaccines.
TRUST TO LUCK

Russian Olympic Team’s Vaccinations Lag Other Countries’ Rates

Just half of Russia’s athletes have had their jabs.
falling short

In Leaked Email to Russia, Argentinian Official Decries ‘Very Critical’ Sputnik V Shortages

“At this point, the entire contract is at risk of being publicly canceled," the Argentinian official wrote.
CLOCK'S TICKING

Russian Companies Scramble to Meet Mandatory Vaccination Deadline

Service-sector businesses have just days left to ensure 60% of their staff have received a first dose.
jab of choice

Long Lines Form for Russia’s Third Coronavirus Vaccine in Moscow

CoviVac’s popularity has been linked to its use of a well-known technology and the Soviet-era habit of lining up for items thought to be in demand.
'major' shortcomings

EU Approval of Russia’s Sputnik V Vaccine Faces More Delays Over 'Incomplete' Data – Reuters

The vaccine's developers are “not used to working with a regulatory agency like the EMA,” a source close to the EU regulator said.
covid-free beach

Russia’s Black Sea Resorts to Require Tourists to Vaccinate

Starting Aug. 1, tourists will be required to get vaccinated against Covid-19 within three days of arriving in the Krasnodar region.
WELL-CONNECTED MIDDLEMAN

A Royal Mark Up: How an Emirati Sheikh Resells Millions of Russian Vaccines to the Developing World

The Moscow Times investigated a deal between Russia and a minor Dubai royal to supply poor countries with Sputnik V — at high prices.
Mutual Recognition

EU Invites Russia to Discuss Mutual Vaccine Certificate Recognition – TASS

The EU has approached Russia regarding possible mutual recognition of vaccine certificates, EU Ambassador Markus Ederer said Thursday.
false immunity

Russian Health Worker Detained for Selling Fake Covid Vaccine Certificates – Police

The detained suspect said she had poured out vaccine doses and falsified medical records for around 15 customers.
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