The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that countries should not stop using AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine over fears it causes blood clots as there is no indication this is true.
Bulgaria, Denmark and Norway are among the countries that have paused its use.
On Friday, WHO spokeswoman Margaret Harris, told the BBC there was no link between the vaccine and an increased risk of developing a clot.
Ms. Harris said it was an excellent vaccine and should continue to be used.
Around five million Europeans have already received the AstraZeneca jab.
There have been about 30 cases in Europe of persons developing blood clots after the vaccine was administered.
There were also reports that a 50-year-old man died in Italy after developing deep vein thrombosis.
Ms Harris said the WHO is investigating the reports.
.jpg)
All feeds
