Controversial vaccine trial touted by RFK Jr receives approval in Guinea-Bissau

A research trial led by Danish researchers has received approval to proceed in Guinea-Bissau, where the recommended dose of the hepatitis B vaccine will be withheld from thousands of newborns. The trial forms a central part of the vaccine vision promoted by Robert F Kennedy Jr, the US Department of Health and Human Services secretary and a known vaccine opponent.

Key facts

• A research trial received approval to move forward in Guinea-Bissau.
• The trial will withhold the recommended dose of the hepatitis B vaccine from thousands of newborns.
• The study is being conducted by Danish researchers.
• The trial is a central part of the vaccine vision of Robert F Kennedy Jr, US Department of Health and Human Services secretary and vaccine opponent.

The Guardian

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