Rotavirus Vaccine Workshop Held
1996
Rotavirus Vaccine Workshop Summary
Sample size: 125
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Author Information
Author(s): Roger I. Glass
Primary Institution: World Health Organization
Conclusion
The workshop highlighted the importance of rotavirus vaccines and the need for further research on strain diversity and vaccine efficacy.
Supporting Evidence
- Rotavirus is the leading cause of severe diarrhea in children globally.
- Current vaccines are not 100% effective, prompting exploration of alternative vaccine approaches.
Takeaway
A lot of experts got together to talk about how to make vaccines for a virus that makes kids very sick with diarrhea.
Methodology
The workshop included presentations on various topics related to rotavirus research and vaccine development.
Limitations
No published volume of proceedings from the workshop is planned.
Participant Demographics
Participants included experts from at least 15 countries.
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