The scientific name for this novel coronavirus is SARS-CoV-2, which stands for "severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2." WHAT'S IMPORTANT TODAYThird coronavirus vaccine begins Phase 3 trials in the USBritish drugmaker AstraZeneca has started Phase 3 trials of its experimental coronavirus vaccine in the US. He said he would consider resignation if asked to release a coronavirus vaccine too early. Russia has now reported more than 1 million coronavirus cases, according to data from the country's coronavirus crisis center. A survey of nearly 20,000 people across 27 countries found that 74% of people said they are willing to get a coronavirus vaccine.

Source: CNN September 01, 2020 11:26 UTC