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Denmark to extend suspension of AstraZeneca COVID-19 shot: Reports

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Reuters, Copenhagen

Published: 25 March ,2021: 02:09 PM GST Updated: 25 March ,2021: 03:16 PM GST

Denmark will extend its suspension of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine for another three weeks, broadcaster TV 2 reported on Thursday, citing sources.

Two weeks ago, Denmark was among the first countries in Europe to temporarily suspend the use of AstraZeneca’s vaccine after a small number of reported cases of rare brain blood clots, registered both in Denmark and elsewhere.

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The government briefed the Danish parliament about the continued suspension Thursday morning, TV 2 said.

The Danish Health Authority, which originally announced the suspension, is expected to announce their decision about the vaccine at a press briefing 11:30 GMT on Thursday.

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