In this episode of Australia, Explained we guide you through the Coronavirus vaccine: how it was developed and how it will be rolled out in Australia.

Bits and pieces mentioned:

Current status of COVID-19 vaccine worldwide

How COVID-19 vaccines are trialled

How Australia approves vaccines

Australia's vaccine agreements 

Clarification on the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine

How important is vaccine efficacy?

Economic benefits of worldwide COVID-19 vaccination

Will workplaces be able to force you to take the COVID-19 vaccine?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander accounts to follow:

@blakbusiness @tallulahsrash @comingoutblak @darthem123 @alwaysourstories @nitv_au @tradingblak @clothingthegap

This week, Tania recommended a piece that will help you read academic articles, if you’re keen on looking at the vaccine research yourself. Vanessa recommended every link in the bits and piece section you just scrolled past.

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