The world runs vaccine production

Scientists in the European Union (EU) and researchers from Sanofi - Aventis SA have developed the first human-based vaccine for H7N1 avian influenza virus, a type that can be transmitted from poultry. to people.

In the statement, the European Commission stated that H7 is less likely to turn into a pandemic flu strain like H5N1, but studying the virus is a valuable source of future vaccine development. .

Meanwhile, China also said it has developed a series of vaccines, including H5N2 preventive vaccines and will provide bird vaccination " in key areas ". Russia issued a notice to recruit volunteers to test the bird flu vaccine in November and December this year with a 200 euro per person remuneration. The US said it had just ordered Chiron 62 million dollars to produce bird flu vaccine and had previously signed a $ 100 million contract with Sanofi - Aventis.

HYDRAULIC ( According to Bloomberg, AP, Reuters, EUROPA )