This episode discusses the basics of vaccine development and allocation. Allie Berges and Thomas explain what efficacy and safety mean and the ethical issues involved in vaccine trials. Neha Anand and Allie Berges then provide detailed updates on recent coronavirus vaccine trial results from AstraZeneca, Moderna, and Pfizer. Questions from followers of @covidup2date about mRNA vaccines, pregnant women and the vaccine, and a timeline for vaccine distribution are answered.

Content discussed in this podcast does not reflect the views of our institution Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. This podcast is also not meant for medical advice. 

Original music composed by Thomas Le and performed by The Bruits (Alina Spiegel, Antonio Salas, and Thomas Le)

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