Child-Safe mpox vaccine trial shows promise for younger ages

NCT ID NCT06549530

First seen Nov 24, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests whether the MVA-BN vaccine, already used in adults, works safely in children aged 2 to 12 to prevent mpox, smallpox, and similar viruses. About 460 participants, including children and adults, will receive two doses four weeks apart. Researchers will measure immune responses and monitor side effects over one year.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Epicentre Mbarara Research Centre

    Mbarara, Uganda

  • Uganda Virus Research Institute

    Entebbe, Uganda

  • University of Kinshasa

    Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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