A pox on the pox: new vaccine raises hopes and doubts

Article Abstract:

The American Academy of Pediatricians now recommends the widespread use of Varivax, Merck & Co's vaccine against chicken pox, but critics charge that the virus may not confer lasting immunity from the common childhood disease. Other critics note that the disease itself is rarely life-threatening.

Prevention, Chickenpox, Communicable diseases in children, Pediatric communicable diseases

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Edible vaccines

Article Abstract:

Vaccine manufacturers have begun researching ways in which food can be genetically engineered to make vaccines as an alternate way to distribute needed vaccines in remote areas, or areas in which vaccines are not a readily accepted medical practice. The research efforts are described.

Vaccines industry, Biological products industry

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HIV vaccines: prospects and challenges

Article Abstract:

Advances in molecular biology and cytology may hold the key to controlling HIV infections. Researchers are looking into the the properties of cells which prove to hinder the replication process in the HIV viral particles.

Research, HIV infection, HIV infections, Genetic aspects, Viruses, Control, Molecular biology

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