Photo: ReutersThree more European countries have suspended use of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, which is expected to be administered to most Australians in coming months. The Netherlands will stop using the vaccine until at least March 29, while Ireland has suspended its rollout over concerns about side effects. Denmark, Norway and Iceland have already halted use of the vaccine while authorities investigate whether it is linked to blood clots. Prime Minister Scott Morrison has previously stated Australian authorities do not hold concerns about the AstraZeneca jab. "We are way, way short," Mr Albanese said.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 14, 2021 23:03 UTC