Coronavirus vaccine deliveries to begin next week, says Trump

US President Donald Trump. Credit: AFP Photo

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the delivery of the Covid-19 vaccine would begin next week and continue the week after.

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Speaking to US troops overseas via video link to mark the Thanksgiving holiday, Trump said the vaccine would initially be sent to frontline workers, medical personnel and senior citizens.