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Hepatitis B Virus
New hepatitis B virus data have been reported by K.L. Pielak and co-authors
April 9th, 2008
According to a study from Vancouver, Canada, "The purpose of this study was to: a) compare rates of local reactions from meningococcal C conjugate (Neis Vac-C (R)) and hepatitis B vaccines (Recombivax HB (R)), and b) compare local reactions when both injections were given in one arm versus one in each arm. Schools were randomized to have grade six students receive both vaccines in one arm (One Arm Group), or one vaccine in each arm (Two Arm Group; MCC always given in left arm)." "Structured telephone interviews of parents were conducted, and respondents were asked about local and systemic reactions, interference with school or other activities, need for medical...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-04-09)
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