COVID vaccination rates remain low, with less than 5% of US adults receiving the latest shot. Convenience and cost are impacting uptake and potential solutions.
The struggles of the COVID vaccination campaign in the US
Original Article by Gerry Smith & Rthvika Suvarna | Bloomberg | 8 October 2024
COVID vaccination rates remain low, with less than 5% of US adults receiving the latest shot. Convenience and cost are impacting uptake and potential solutions.
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