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Stanford study points to vaccine that protects against multiple infections

Vaccines FILE - Vaccines are prepared for students during a pop-up immunization clinic at a school in Louisville, Ky., on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Mary Conlon, File) (Mary Conlon/AP)

A new Stanford study has developed a vaccine that offers immunity against a range of infections, including respiratory viruses, bacteria, and allergens in mice.

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The vaccine leverages both innate and adaptive immunity to provide broad protection for up to six months.

The researchers hope to secure funding for human clinical trials, with a potential vaccine ready in 3 to 7 years.

The study is published in the scientific journal Science, and the researchers behind the study hope to raise funding for clinical human trials.

While not a replacement for current vaccines, this new vaccine could offer broad protection during non-pandemic times and winter months.

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Laurel Lee

Laurel Lee

Laurel Lee is a reporter for WDBO and produces various Ask the Expert shows on the weekend.