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U.S. Scientists Work Tirelessly on Coronavirus Vaccines
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March 19, 2020

Scientists are working to find a vaccine in the fight against COVID-19. (© Shutterstock)ShareAmerica

U.S. innovators are rushing to combat the new coronavirus, with vaccines already in development and new treatment options being tested in the United States and Asia.

The rapid response received a boost this month as President Trump signed into law $8.3 billion in federal funds to fight COVID-19. The funding is helping federal agencies and their private-sector partners to quickly produce vaccines and new therapies.  [Full Text]