Hyderabad: The coronavirus pandemic has infected more than 6,55,51,779 and killed over 15,12,162 people across the world. More than 4,53,90,667 people have recovered so far.
The US is the worst-hit nation with cases more than 1,45,35,196 and fatalities over 2,82,829.
New York City is expecting Covid-19 vaccine shipments as early as December 15 and the first batch will prioritize healthcare workers and nursing home residents, Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
The Canadian government is targeting January as the starting point for COVID-19 vaccine delivery throughout the country, Canada's Vaccine Distribution Czar Major General Dany Fortin said during a press conference.
Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has announced new restrictive measures in the country for the upcoming holiday season that include limitations on movements between city municipalities and regions, an extended curfew for New Year's night and closure of ski resorts.
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