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November 24, 2020 The first vaccinations against Covid could begin in December, in the United States but also in Italy.
The American virologist Anthony Fauci, health adviser of the White House, said in an interview with the press.
"The cavalry is coming. The vaccinations against Covid - announces Fauci - could begin between 12 and 15 December in the US but also in Italy. This, however, should prompt us to immediately take measures to curb infections with greater seriousness".
"What you are doing in Italy is right, but perhaps we will have to keep bars and restaurants closed, and spend Christmas at home only with close family members".
On the vaccines in preparation Fauci says that "there is still some confusion about the dosages of AstraZeneca, so it is premature to judge. Pfizer instead has asked for emergency authorization and Moderna will soon do it too. We expect, even if not. it is guaranteed that in mid-December we will have the first doses available, between the 12th or 15th. Distribution in the US will certainly begin before the end of the year ".
According to Fauci, the same will be possible in Europe and Italy, "because Moderna and Pfizer have also signed contracts with the EU. The final decision rests with companies and local authorities, but my impression is that they are ready".
Regarding the Russian and Chinese vaccines, the virologist adds: I have heard claims of significant efficacy.
It's possible, but to prove it you need data that I haven't seen. "