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Why has a Covid wave hit Chile despite vaccination efforts?

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Despite an acclaimed vaccine rollout, Chile is experiencing a second wave of coronavirus infections. This has led some to worry about the efficacy of the vaccine being used. Jane Chambers reports from Santiago on what’s been happening and why cases might be rising. (Image: Woman receives vaccine at the Medalla Milagrosa Church in Valparaiso, Credit: Getty Images.)

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