Trial expands of immune-boosting TB vaccine as possible COVID strategy

A national TB vaccination campaign in Kathmandu, Nepal

A national TB vaccination campaign in Kathmandu, Nepal Source: AAP

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The BCG vaccine, introduced almost 100 years ago to prevent tuberculosis, is being trialled among health workers in Europe and Australia.

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