Russia Plans To Administer Mass Covid-19 Vaccination By October

Russia is advancing in the COVID-19 vaccine race, with plans to register a vaccine by mid-August. Healthcare workers and teachers are prioritized for vaccination. However, the rapid pace raises safety concerns, with experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci questioning the approach. Russia assures safety measures are in place, and clinical data will be public by August. The WHO has not commented on the vaccine's efficacy. Globally, over 100 vaccines are in development, with 20 in clinical trials.

What is the expected timeline for the registration of the Russian COVID-19 vaccine?

• By the end of October

• By mid-August

• By the end of July

• By the start of September

Who are the first groups expected to receive the Russian vaccine if it gets registered?

• General public

• Elderly and children

• Teachers and healthcare workers

• Politicians and military personnel

What concern did Dr. Anthony Fauci express about the Russian vaccine?

• The vaccine's storage requirements

• The speed of its development

• The lack of international collaboration

• The vaccine's cost

What assurance did the Russian Direct Investment Fund provide about the vaccine?

• All necessary safety measures have been taken

• It will be free for all

• It will be available worldwide by August

• It will be effective against all COVID-19 variants

How many COVID-19 vaccines are currently in clinical trials worldwide?

• 10

• 20

• 50

• 100