Illinois Cuts Forensic Testing Backlog

Dec 04, 2020

Illinois has made headway in its backlog of DNA tests, cutting the number of tests waiting to be run in about half, CBS Chicago reports.

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The Scan

Moderna reports its vaccine is effective against new SARS-CoV-2 strains, though it is also developing a booster, according to the New York Times.

A new analysis suggests the B.1.1.7 strain of SARS-CoV-2 could be deadlier than previous ones, according to the Guardian.

NPR reports Merck is halting the development of its two candidate SARS-CoV-2 vaccines following disappointing Phase 1 results.

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