US FDA postpones meeting on authorising Pfizer-BionTech vaccine for younger children
It needed more data from an ongoing trial of a third vaccine dose in younger children in order to move forward with emergency use authorisation.
Sat Feb 12 2022
Should everyone get a COVID booster? Many scientists believe yes
Many scientists tracking the data believe it's the right time for the move.
Fri Nov 19 2021
Vaccinate young kids or no? US parents wrestle with the decision
The US FDA authorisation of the vaccine for kids aged five to 11 paves the way for the innoculation of 28 million children in the US.
Wed Nov 03 2021
US FDA advisers weigh Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in children
The panel's vote is an important regulatory step in getting the vaccine into the arms of millions of children.
Tue Oct 26 2021
Biogen, Eisai report design of real-world study of Alzheimer's treatment
Biogen said the main goal of the current study will be to evaluate how well Aduhelm slows the progress of Alzheimer's in dosed patients.
Fri Jul 30 2021
Moderna in talks with FDA to expand COVID-19 vaccine pediatric study
The objective of the discussion with the US FDA is to enroll a larger safety database, which increases the likelihood of detecting rarer events.
Tue Jul 27 2021
National recovery hinges on vaccination, look out for these success factors
Our actions in the next few months will shape Malaysia's trajectory towards recovery.
Mon Jul 05 2021
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: M'sia hits almost 7k COVID-19 cases in 24 hours, FB set up special centre to monitor Israel-Gaza conflict content
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Thu May 20 2021
US FDA to scrutinize vaccine design behind COVID-19 shots linked to blood clots
The US agency will analyze data from clinical trials of several vaccines using these viral vectors to look for clues.
Wed Apr 14 2021
US FDA looks to reduce toxic elements in baby food, boost inspections
The FDA stopped short of committing to issuing new regulations, however.
Sat Mar 06 2021
Vaccine rollout raises real-world questions
There is also concern that longer gaps between doses could provide the ideal environment for the virus to mutate further.
Sat Feb 06 2021
US FDA gearing up for rapid review of potential COVID-19 booster shots
Scientists must agree upon at what point a variant has strayed too far from the unaltered virus and requires a new vaccine.
Fri Feb 05 2021
US FDA authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use
Healthcare workers and elderly people are expected to be the main recipients of a first round of 2.9 million doses.
Sat Dec 12 2020
First in line for COVID vaccine? Some US health care workers say no
Some want more time, despite assurances from experts that they trust the vaccine vetting process carried out by the US FDA.
Thu Dec 03 2020
COVID-19 vaccine: The next steps
The US FDA will immediately begin evaluating the results of the COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials conducted by Pfizer/BioNTech.
Sun Nov 22 2020
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024