VACCINES

This study looked at whether changing the measles vaccine policy in Guinea-Bissau could save more children's lives. Currently, only children under 12 months get the vaccine, but many older kids miss it. The trial gave the vaccine to children up to 35 months old to see if it reduc…

This study tested a new mRNA vaccine designed to protect against a future flu pandemic. 157 healthy adults received either the experimental vaccine, a licensed flu shot, or a placebo. Researchers monitored side effects and immune responses for 13 months to see if the vaccine is s…

This study tested whether offering vaccines and health education to men at a birthing center increases their use of preventive healthcare. 176 male partners of birthing women were split into three groups: one got a vaccine offer at bedside, another got an info flyer plus the offe…

This study tested a new digital vaccine card and mobile app in rural Uganda and urban Kenya to see if it helps more children get their vaccines on time. Researchers tracked over 3,500 children from birth to 24 months old, measuring vaccination rates and data quality. The goal was…