New understanding of childhood immune systems may improve vaccine efficacy

(Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute) In low- and middle-income countries, children have the greatest need for protection afforded by vaccination due to high incidence of infectious diseases. However, vaccines for these children show lower efficacy when compared to similar populations in high-income settings. A study by Swiss TPH and partners from Babraham Institute and ISGlobal published in Science Translational Medicine reveals that the immune system of children varies according to age, location and anaemia status. This knowledge is crucial to improve vaccine efficacy.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news