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STAT+: Pharmalittle: Pfizer asking today for emergency-use status for Covid-19 vaccine; Trump to release drug-pricing rules

Pfizer and BioNTech plan to apply Friday to the FDA for an emergency use authorization for their Covid-19 vaccine, a watershed moment in the effort to curb the global pandemic.
Source: Alex Hogan/STAT

And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too soon, yes? This is, you may recall, our since the holiday is nearing or sound an alarm if you stumble across evidence of election fraud. Perhaps you might reach out to someone feeling isolated. Well, whatever you do, have a grand time. But be safe —wear a mask. Enjoy, and see you soon. …

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