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. 2021 Jul 14;29(7):1036-1039.
doi: 10.1016/j.chom.2021.06.007.

Global COVID-19 vaccine inequity: The scope, the impact, and the challenges

Archana Asundi  1 , Colin O'Leary  2 , Nahid Bhadelia  3
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Global COVID-19 vaccine inequity: The scope, the impact, and the challenges

Archana Asundi et al. Cell Host Microbe. .

Abstract

Global vaccine inequity is prolonging the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we outline the scope and impact of inequitable vaccine distribution and identify challenges in vaccine development, manufacturing, and distribution as well as potential solutions to address this crisis.

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