Could a 100-Year-Old TB vaccine shield against COVID-19?
NCT ID NCT04362124
First seen Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study aimed to see if the BCG vaccine, originally for tuberculosis, could help healthcare workers fight off severe COVID-19. Researchers planned to vaccinate doctors and nurses in Medellín, Colombia, and track how many got sick. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available.
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Program for Research and Control in Tropical Diseases - PECET
Medellín, Antioquia, 0004, Colombia
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