Vaccine
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New HIV vaccine could be ‘the final nail in the coffin’ for the disease
Monday, November 28, 2016The vaccine being tested is based on a previous trial where it was found to be 31.2 percent effective. -
Scientists discover antibody neutralizes 98% of HIV, spark hope for a vaccine
Thursday, November 17, 2016The breakthrough could also help lead to the treatment of HIV, said scientists from the National Institutes of Health. -
Meningitis outbreak among gay and bisexual men prompts vaccine advisory
Sunday, June 26, 2016The vaccine is widely available and very effective in preventing this disease from spreading. -
Federal prosecutors charge scientist in major HIV vaccine fraud case
Tuesday, June 24, 2014IOWA CITY, Iowa -- Responding to a major case of research misconduct, federal prosecutors have taken the rare step of filing charges against a scientist after he admitted falsifying data that led to millions in grants… -
Studies show big promise for HIV prevention injections
Wednesday, March 5, 2014Research suggests that a shot every one to three months may someday give an alternative to the daily pills that some people take now to cut their risk of getting HIV. -
NYC health officials warn of meningitis risks ahead of gay pride weekend
Monday, June 17, 2013NEW YORK -- New York City officials have issued a warning given ahead of the upcoming gay pride weekend, advising visitors to consult their physicians about receiving a meningitis vaccination. -
Latest HIV vaccine doesn’t work; U.S. government halts study
Thursday, April 25, 2013WASHINGTON -- The latest bad news in the hunt for an AIDS vaccine: The government halted a large U.S. study on Thursday, saying the experimental shots aren't preventing HIV infection. -
Personalized therapeutic HIV vaccine shows promise
Tuesday, October 27, 2009An experimental treatment strategy involving a vaccine that is tailor-made from an HIV-positive person’s virus and immune system cells can reduce viral load and improve the function of the immune system, according to a presentation at…
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