New vaccine aims to stop pneumococcal bacteria in Kids' noses
NCT ID NCT07216430
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new whole-cell pneumococcal vaccine (wSp) in healthy children aged around 7 to 9 months who already received standard pneumonia vaccines. The goal is to see if wSp reduces pneumococcal bacteria in the nose and boosts immune protection. Researchers will compare children who get the vaccine with those who get a placebo, tracking infections and immune responses over 24 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Whole-cell pneumococcal vaccine (wSp)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a vaccine that reduces pneumococcal bacteria in the nose and may help prevent ear infections and other related illnesses in children.
What could go wrong
This is an early phase 2 trial with 320 children, so results are not yet proven. The vaccine may not reduce bacteria as hoped, and side effects are possible.
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Conditions
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Bay Creek Pediatrics
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14580, United States
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Long Pond Pediatrics
RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14606, United States
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Panorama Pediatrics
RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14625, United States
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Pittsford Pediatrics
RECRUITINGPittsford, New York, 14534, United States
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Rochester Medical Group General Pediatric Associates
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14621, United States
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Western New York Geneva Pediatrics
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14456, United States
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Westside Pediatric Group
RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14624, United States
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