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What It's Like To Be In A COVID-19 Vaccine Trial

AstraZeneca, along with Oxford University, announced early Monday its vaccine trial was shown to be "highly effective" in preventing COVID-19.
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AstraZeneca, along with Oxford University, announced early Monday its vaccine trial was shown to be "highly effective" in preventing COVID-19.

Here on Idaho Matters, we talk oftenabout the Gem State's COVID-19 vaccination efforts. But what happens when you've been vaccinated, but can't prove it? As businesses, schools and airlines grapple with whether they should require proof of vaccination, folks who have participated in vaccine trials may not be able to show proof.

The Mountain West News Bureau's Madelyn Beck is learning about this unique situation firsthand. She shares her experience with participating in an AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine trial.

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Frankie Barnhill was the Senior Producer of Idaho Matters, Boise State Public Radio's daily show and podcast.

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