Centers For Disease Control And Prevention

This study tested whether an enhanced flu vaccine (with an adjuvant) produces a stronger immune response than the standard flu shot in healthcare workers. About 192 hospital staff in Peru received either the adjuvanted or standard vaccine. Researchers measured antibody levels at …

This study tested a rabies vaccine given under the skin (intradermally) in 130 adults at risk of rabies exposure, such as lab workers and veterinarians. The goal was to see if the vaccine triggers a strong immune response and is safe. Results showed most participants developed pr…

This early-stage study tested an experimental inactivated rotavirus vaccine (CDC-9) in 50 healthy adults aged 18 to 45. The goal was to see if the vaccine is safe and whether it triggers an immune response. Participants received three shots, and researchers monitored for side eff…

This study tested the JYNNEOS smallpox vaccine in 1,600 healthcare workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo who are at high risk of catching mpox. The goal was to see if the vaccine can prevent mpox infection and is safe to use. Participants received the vaccine and were m…

This study tested two medicines, rifapentine and isoniazid, to prevent active tuberculosis (TB) in children up to 12 years old who had latent (hidden) TB infection. The goal was to find the safest and most effective dose for both HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected children. Research…

This study tested whether the antibiotic ciprofloxacin works as well as doxycycline for treating plague, a serious bacterial infection spread by fleas. About 200 people in Uganda with suspected plague took either ciprofloxacin or doxycycline by mouth. The main goal was to see how…

This study looked at whether using alcohol hand sanitizers and face masks can help stop colds and flu from spreading among family members. About 450 households in New York City with at least one young child took part. Families were split into three groups: one got educational mat…

This study tested a group program called PALMS (Preventing AIDS Through Live Movement and Sound) for African-American and Latino teen boys in juvenile justice or drug treatment centers. The goal was to see if it could reduce risky sexual behaviors and encourage HIV testing. The p…

This study tested a brief video shown in HIV clinic waiting rooms. The goal was to help patients start antiretroviral therapy, stick with their medication, stay in care, and talk to their doctors about safer sex. Over 4,000 patients from clinics serving mostly African American an…

This study looked at how two tuberculosis drugs, rifapentine and moxifloxacin, are processed in the body. Researchers took blood samples from 53 adults with TB to measure drug levels and see how they relate to treatment success and side effects. The goal is to improve dosing for …