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Second Covid-19 vaccine breakthrough nearly 95% effective
A new vaccine that protects against Covid-19 is nearly 95% effective, early data from US company Moderna shows.
A new vaccine that protects against Covid-19 is nearly 95% effective, early data shows. US company Moderna has developed an "RNA vaccine" which it means part of the coronavirus's genetic code is injected into the body.
Also in the programme a BBC investigation uncovers a baby-stealing network in Kenya and Peru has a new president, the third one in a week. (Photo of person being vaccinated. Credit: Getty Images)
(Photo of person being vaccinated. Credit: Getty Images)
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