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Novavax Says Its Coronavirus Vaccine Is 90 Percent Effective
In testing volunteers who had various coronavirus variants, Novavax said its vaccine could soon be ready to request emergency authorization.

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In testing volunteers who had various coronavirus variants, Novavax said its vaccine could soon be ready to request emergency authorization.

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