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Pfizer CEO: Vaccine third dose 'likely' needed within 12 months

23 Sept 05:11 Key points summarised by AI

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla stated that a third COVID-19 vaccine dose will likely be necessary within 6-12 months, with potential annual revaccinations, largely driven by the emergence of new variants.
Bourla defended the higher cost of Pfizer's vaccine, asserting it saves lives and facilitates economic recovery, explaining a tiered pricing structure based on a country's income level.
Pfizer is currently testing a third dose of its vaccine and developing an improved formula that would allow for storage at normal temperatures for four to six months, enhancing distribution capabilities.
While Pfizer's vaccine demonstrates over 91% efficacy for up to six months, researchers emphasize the need for more data to determine the duration of protection beyond this period.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.