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Vaccine Trials Group with Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is conducting a trial of a vaccine against Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) in at-risk individuals.
Researchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia are studying a new pneumococcal vaccine designed to provide a broader protection for 21 serotypes of the bacteria S. pneumoniae – 8 more serotypes than the current vaccine given to new babies.
Highlights from the VTG Laboratory in 2024
RSV Protect Study
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Friendly bacteria reduces flu symptoms and ear infections in miceResearch reveals that friendly bacteria may help reduce flu symptoms, offering new insights into potential treatments and enhancing our understanding of immune health.
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National-first RSV immunisation program welcomed by The Kids Research Institute AustraliaThe Kids Research Institute welcomes WA's $11M RSV immunisation program, offering free Nirsevimab to infants, aiming to reduce winter hospitalisations.
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Study finds high RSV awareness with parents open to future immunisationA The Kids Research Institute Australia study designed to gauge community awareness of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has found parents and parents-to-be are highly aware of the virus and are open to immunisation to tackle it.
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Latest Deborah Lehmann Research Award RecipientCongratulations to Dr Paula Tesine who is the successful recipient of the Deborah Lehmann Research Award. As the third recipient of the Deborah Lehmann Research Award, Dr Tesine received $30,000 towards her research.
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