Stanford’s Skin Cream Tetanus Vaccine Saves Mice

Scientists at Stanford created a cream-based tetanus vaccination that is applied topically

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Staphylococcus epidermidis, a common skin bacteria that has been altered to exhibit tetanus toxins, is used in the vaccine

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The bacterium's surface Aap protein was found to be essential for inducing an immune response

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By encouraging the production of antibodies, the cream may be able to do away with the requirement for injections

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Antibody levels against S. epidermidis in human blood tests were similar to those found in conventional vaccinations

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Trials on mice showed that they could survive even after being exposed to fatal tetanus dosages

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The method may be effective against bacteria, fungus, viruses, and parasites with a single cell

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In contrast to conventional vaccinations, it might prevent respiratory germs from entering the body through the nose

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Cost-effectiveness, safety issues, and regulatory barriers continue to be obstacles to general access

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