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Reports contaminant in Moderna vaccines are metallic particles

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3 years ago

August 27, 2021

A contaminant found in a batch of Moderna COVID-19 vaccines delivered to Japan is believed to be a metallic particle

Reports from Japanese public broadcaster, NHK state that the Japanese Health Ministry detected metal particles within some Moderna viles.

Japan has now suspended the use of over 1.6 million doses of the mRNA vaccine,

The contaminated doses have been distributed to 863 vaccination centres across Japan but frustration is growing after the domestic distributor, Takeda Pharmaceutical received reports of contaminants in some vials more than a week contaminants had been detected.

The NHK report, published late on Thursday, cited ministry sources as saying the particle reacted to magnets and was therefore suspected to be a metal.

Moderna has described it as “particulate matter” that did not pose a safety or efficacy issue

The official at the health ministry said the identity of the contaminant has not been confirmed.

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European elections loom: the rise of the far-right

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12 hours ago

May 15, 2024

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What can we expect from the upcoming European elections?

Euro Bloch is a comprehensive program designed to highlight the breadth of topics and issues within the EU political landscape. It offers insightful analysis within the evolving framework of relations between the European Union and Australia/Asia-Pacific region. Hosted by Natanael Bloch.

Next month’s EU elections are looming, with the far-right gaining traction. In this episode, Natanael is joined by Professor Bruce Wilson, Director of EU Centre of Excellence at RMIT University. #EURO BLOCH

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Will the U.S. approve MDMA therapy?

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20 hours ago

May 15, 2024

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MDMA is a drug commonly known as molly or ecstasy.

Some medical professionals say it can be helpful for people with post-traumatic stress disorder — which is why a group has been fighting to get MDMA legalized as a prescription drug.

Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reviewing an application to use MDMA to treat PTSD. The agency is expected to announce its ruling as soon as August.

Anna Silman, a features correspondent with Business Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #drugs #MDMA #MDMATherapy #business #pharmaceutical

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Apple responds to crushing iPad Pro criticism

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1 day ago

May 14, 2024

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Apple issued an apology following backlash over a recent advertisement for the latest iPad Pro.

On this episode of Ahron & Mike Live – Painted Panda dogs confuse zoo goers, luxury Police cars cruise the roads, Siri meets up with ChatGpt and Apple’s “Crush” iPad ad faces overwhelming backlash.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending