allAfrica.com·3 min read·medium
South Africa Prepares for Potential New Adult TB Vaccine
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South Africa's Department of Health is preparing for the potential introduction of a new TB vaccine, M72/AS01E, currently in Phase 3 trials. This initiative aims to address the global TB epidemic by providing a more effective alternative to the century-old BCG vaccine.
The Department of Health has welcomed progress towards a new tuberculosis (TB) vaccine, while confirming preparatory work to ensure timely access for South Africans as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate the epidemic as a public health threat by 2030.
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