Pfizer says that its experimental COVID-19 pill appears effective against the omicron variant, Minneapolis began a pilot program on Monday that would send unarmed mental health professionals to residents who call 911 about behavioral or mental-health related crises, and former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin appears to be on the verge of pleading guilty to violating George Floyd ‘s civil rights. Claire Woodson has today’s News in :90.
Pfizer agrees to let other companies make its COVID-19 pill
LONDON (AP) — Drugmaker Pfizer Inc. has signed a deal with a U.N.-backed group to allow other manufacturers to make its experimental COVID-19 pill, a move that could make the treatment available to more than half of the world’s population.
News in :90 – Oct. 1, 2021
Drugmaker Merck will soon ask health officials to authorize its experimental COVID-19 pill and the St. Thomas Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion addressed a visit from a TikTok personality. Reporter Luana Karl has today’s News in :90.