Scientists think they’ve worked out why Astra shots cause blood clots
Rare cases of the side effect have been an obstacle for the AstraZeneca vaccine
02 December 2021 - 20:30
Scientists have identified a possible reason the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine may cause blood clots, after use of the shot was limited globally to prevent the rare side effect...
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