The United States is "
several weeks ahead
" of the planned Covid-19 vaccination program, welcomed Thursday Joe Biden, who had promised 100 million doses administered in 100 days when he took office in November .
“
I'm here today to say we're halfway there, with 50 million doses in just 37 days since I became president,
” he said.
"
It's several weeks early
."
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The US president also urged the Americans to continue their efforts to stem the Covid-19 epidemic. “Now
is not the time to let our guard down,
” he said. “
We must continue to wash our hands, respect physical distancing. And for heaven's sake, wear a mask,
”he implored. "
It is not yet the end, but we are approaching it
", he also encouraged.