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Ethics questions halt US-backed hepatitis B birth-vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau

An Africa CDC-backed US-funded birth-dose hepatitis B vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau has been cancelled due to ethical concerns over its design; officials say it will only resume after a redesign to meet ethical norms, with ongoing talks between Guinea-Bissau and the US. Critics argued the trial could deprive thousands of children of vaccination for the sake of a coin-toss allocation, while supporters say it could improve access if properly implemented.

via The Guardian|

#africa-cdc #guinea-bissau #health

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RFK Jr. and the Tuskegee Experiment Controversy

The article criticizes RFK Jr.'s plan to conduct a controversial and potentially unethical study in Guinea-Bissau, where children will be deliberately delayed in receiving hepatitis B vaccines to test alleged long-term neurological harms, echoing historical abuses like the Tuskegee experiment.

via Paul Offit | Substack|

#clinical-study #ethical-concerns #guinea-bissau

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CDC Funds $1.6M for Controversial Danish Hepatitis B Vaccine Study

The CDC awarded a controversial $1.6 million grant to Danish researchers with ties to the FDA to study hepatitis B vaccine timing in newborns, raising ethical concerns about the study's design and applicability, especially given the researchers' history and the differences between Guinea-Bissau and the U.S.

via statnews.com|

#cdc #ethics #guinea-bissau

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CDC allocates $1.6M for hepatitis B vaccine research by Danish team

The CDC awarded a controversial $1.6 million grant to Danish researchers, linked to anti-vaccine figures, to study hepatitis B vaccination timing in Guinea-Bissau, raising concerns about cronyism, ethical issues, and the relevance of the study to US vaccine policy.

via CIDRAP|

#cdc #controversy #health

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RFK Jr. Panel Likely to Recommend Delaying Childhood Hepatitis B Vaccine

A federal vaccine advisory panel, recently influenced by new members appointed by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is expected to recommend delaying the hepatitis B vaccine for children until age 4, a move that has raised concerns among pediatricians and public health experts about increased risk of infection and the potential rollback of decades of progress in hepatitis B prevention.

via KFF Health News|

#cdc-advisory-panel #delaying-vaccination #health

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Controversy Surrounds Hepatitis B Vaccine Despite Child Infection Decline

The hepatitis B vaccine for newborns is under scrutiny as some GOP senators and RFK Jr. question its safety and necessity, despite evidence showing it prevents lifelong infections and reduces healthcare costs. The debate is influenced by changes in CDC advisory committees and concerns about testing accuracy and vaccine policy implications.

via NBC News|

#cdc #health #hepatitis-b-vaccine

health6 months ago•4 min saved

RFK Jr. and CDC Panel Question Hepatitis B Vaccine Safety

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and a new CDC vaccine panel are raising doubts about the safety and necessity of the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns, despite extensive evidence supporting its safety and effectiveness in preventing serious liver disease. Experts emphasize that the vaccine has been crucial in drastically reducing hepatitis B cases and related complications, and there is no credible evidence linking it to autism or other risks. The controversy stems from Kennedy's claims and recent changes in the vaccine advisory panel, but scientific consensus affirms the vaccine's safety.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#cdc #health #hepatitis-b-vaccine

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Unveiling the Common Causes and Evaluation of Heart Murmurs in Older Adults

A heart murmur is when blood flow through one of the heart valves can be heard, and it can be caused by damaged valves or high blood flow. While most heart murmurs in young adults are harmless, a new onset murmur in an older person should be further investigated. An echocardiogram can provide more information. Regarding the hepatitis B vaccine, there are different types available, with most requiring a three-dose series. However, one brand offers a two-dose series, which can provide full protection before traveling.

via OregonLive|

#health #heart-health #heart-murmurs