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Controversial Vaccine Trial Approved

Updated 2026-10-09 22:10 UTC 1 source Negative

A controversial vaccine trial that will withhold hepatitis B vaccines from some African newborns was approved in Guinea-Bissau. The research, led by Danish scientists, has sparked debate over ethical considerations.

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The Guardian
Recommended dose of hepatitis B vaccine will be withheld from thousands of newborns by Danish researchersA controversial research trial that will withhold hepatitis B vaccines from some African newborns was given approval to move forward this week.It is a central part of the vaccine
2026-10-09 21:36 UTC
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