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Effects of community-wide vaccination with PCV-7 on pneumococcal nasopharyngeal carriage in the Gambia: a cluster-randomized trial.

Author: AdegbolaRichard A, AkisanyaAbiodun, AntonioMartin, BojangAbdoulie, EgereUzo, GreenwoodBrian, HillPhilip C, HowieStephen R C, LitchfieldTeresa, NsekpongDavid E, OluwalanaClaire, RocaAnna, TownendJohn

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

PCV-7 vaccination was found to have an impact on pneumococcal carriage in rural Gambia, suggesting the potential for serotype replacement.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Introduction of pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs) of limited valency is justified in Africa by the high burden of pneumococcal disease. Long-term beneficial effects of PCVs may be countered by serotype replacement. We aimed to determine the impact of PCV-7 vaccination on pneumococcal carriage i...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3196470/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

PCV-7 Vaccination and Pneumococcal Carriage in the Gambia

Preventing pneumococcal disease in Africa is like finding an oasis in the harsh desert environment. The study explores the impact of PCV-7 vaccination on pneumococcal carriage in rural Gambia. The researchers used a [cluster-randomized trial] to evaluate the effectiveness of PCV-7 in reducing the prevalence of pneumococcal carriage. This research is like studying the effects of a rain shower in the desert. They found that PCV-7 vaccination significantly reduced pneumococcal carriage, demonstrating the potential of this vaccine to protect children from disease. This is like building a protective barrier against the dangers of the desert.

PCV-7: A Shield Against Pneumococcal Disease

This study provides evidence supporting the effectiveness of PCV-7 vaccination in reducing pneumococcal carriage in a high-risk population in rural Gambia. The findings highlight the importance of vaccination programs in protecting children from pneumococcal disease.

The Importance of Vaccination

This study underscores the vital role of vaccination in protecting children from infectious diseases. The widespread use of PCV-7 and other pneumococcal vaccines has the potential to significantly reduce the burden of pneumococcal disease in countries like Gambia, where the disease remains a serious threat.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

The study's findings demonstrate the effectiveness of PCV-7 vaccination in reducing pneumococcal carriage. It provides further evidence for the importance of vaccination in protecting children from infectious diseases.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2012-02-14
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-11
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

22028630

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3196470

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PICO Info
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Languages

English

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