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ICMR BCG Vaccine Trial

Dept/Center/Lab: Department of Community Medicine

School: School of Medicine

Project Incharge:Dr. Sreelakshmi Mohandas
Co-Project Incharge:Dr. Sreelal TP, Dr. Vishnu B Menon, Dr. Syama S.
Funded by:Indian Council of Medical Research
ICMR BCG Vaccine Trial

The BCG Vaccine trial was a multicentric study to evaluate the effectiveness of the BCG Vaccine in reducing morbidity and mortality amongthe elderly from Covid 19 infection. Participants were recruited from the district through screening camps and awareness sessions.

Project Title: Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of BCG vaccine in Reducing Morbidity and Mortality in Elderly individuals in COVID-19 Hotspots in India

Year: 2020- 2021

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