A COVID-19 vaccine trial participant has suffered an inflamed spinal cord. 9News
Breaking news and updates: Palaszczuk defiant on borders; Northern Territory coronavirus free; Victoria records 35 new cases and seven deaths; NSW records four new casesIn a press release last week, the pharmaceutical giant stated that "we are committed to the safety of our participants and the highest standards of conduct in our trials.
The "case narrative" contained in AstraZeneca's report says the patient had the first dose of the coronavirus vaccine in early June and was fine. She received her second dose in late August. The report notes that the woman saw a neurologist, who stated the patient reported no past history of neurological symptoms or significant illnesses. At another point in the narrative, it said there was "limited information concerning the subject's relevant medical history."
That sheet refers to volunteers in the trial who "developed unexplained neurological symptoms including changed sensation or limb weakness."
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