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The vaccine has been approved after meeting the required safety, quality and effectiveness standards.
Oxford University/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine approved
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The new vaccine has been approved after meeting the required safety, quality and effectiveness standards.
The first COVID-19 vaccine for the UK, developed by Pfizer/BioNTech, has today been given approval for use following a thorough review carried out by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
Guidance for industry and organisations to follow from 1 January 2021.
MHRA guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19)
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We are producing guidance and information for industry, healthcare professionals and patients covering the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The different types of tests and testing kits for COVID-19, and the specifications for manufacturers.
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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency regulates medicines, medical devices and blood components for transfusion in the UK.
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