Prime Minister “Clinical trial expected in July at the earliest” New Corona vaccine May 11 14:01
Regarding the vaccine for the new coronavirus, Prime Minister Abe indicated in the intensive deliberation by the Budget Committee of the House of Representatives that development is underway at universities in Japan and that clinical trials can start as early as July.
Among them, Prime Minister Abe commented on the development of the vaccine: "In the United States, administration to humans has already begun. In Japan, development is proceeding at the University of Tokyo, Osaka University, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, etc. Clinical trials are expected to start in July. We would like to gather the world's wisdom and start administering the vaccine as soon as possible. "
He also reiterated his intention to obtain approval for this month's "Abigan," which is expected to be effective as a therapeutic drug.
In addition, Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Minister Hagita was asked to "reduce the tuition fee at the government's responsibility" over support for students who have a difficult life, but "I want to think about support that I can do," It is in the wrong order to reduce the tuition fee to half immediately at the responsibility of the national government. As the university strives, we want to protect the environment where students can continue their studies. "
In addition, Nishimura, Minister for Economic Recovery, told the government's advisory committee, "We are making adjustments so that experts with a deep insight into the impact on the economy and society will be involved. It will also be possible to bridge with the Economic and Fiscal Advisory Council. I would like to have such a system. ”
On the other hand, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Kato is believed to have had 250 cases nationwide as of the cluster of infected persons, as of October 10, with 85 medical institutions, 57 welfare facilities, 23 restaurants, etc. It became clear that it became.