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Panel OKs 37 More COVID-19 Jab Health Damage Claims for Compensation
A health ministry panel on September 13 approved 37 additional health damage claims following COVID-19 vaccinations for compensation, putting them in line to receive medical benefits, subject to the health minister’s approval. All 37 claims submitted for the day’s review…
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