Old TB vaccine put to test against COVID-19 in healthcare workers

NCT ID NCT04362124

First seen Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study aimed to see if the BCG vaccine, originally for tuberculosis, could help healthcare workers fight off severe COVID-19. The idea was that the vaccine might broadly boost the immune system. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Program for Research and Control in Tropical Diseases - PECET

    Medellín, Antioquia, 0004, Colombia

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