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Up Against Mutants, WHO Says AstraZeneca Vaccine Is Still A Good Bet

A vial of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. A small study in South Africa has raised concerns about its effectiveness, but the World Health Organization has now stated: &quot;Even if there is a possibility that this vaccine has a reduction in efficacy, we see no reason <em>not</em> to use it, even in countries with variants.&quot; (AFP via Getty Images)
A vial of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. A small study in South Africa has raised concerns about its effectiveness, but the World Health Organization has now stated: "Even if there is a possibility that this vaccine has a reduction in efficacy, we see no reason not to use it, even in countries with variants." (AFP via Getty Images)

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