At UIC doctors are well into giving the second dose of the vaccines and staying optimistic that they will be able to report on its effectiveness before the end of the year.
AstraZeneca's Covid-19 vaccine trial has shown promise producing antibodies in adult and elderly patients, a sign that a viable vaccine could be ready by year-end.
US Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar said on Wednesday that he expects COVID-19 vaccines to be ready soon.
According to CNN, Azar said he anticipates "one or two safe and effective"..