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Study data from Technical University, University Health Science Center update understanding of vaccines
June 18th, 2008
Research findings, 'Experimental vaccines in animal models for schistosomiasis,' are discussed in a new report. According to a study from the United States, "Considerable morbidity and mortality results from the affliction of an estimated 200 million people worldwide by several species of schistosomes; 779 million are exposed to the disease in 74 different countries. Even though anti-parasitic drugs and other control measures, including public hygiene and snail control are available, the advent of an effective vaccine still remains the most potentially powerful means for the control of this disease." "The putative vaccine could be administered to small children prior to...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-06-18)
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