Rotavirus Vaccine Offers New Tool To Combat Severe Diarrhea In Developing World

2010 January 30

Rotavirus Vaccine Offers New Tool To Combat Severe Diarrhea In Developing World
Rotavirus is the leading cause of severe, acute gastroenteritis among infants and young children throughout the world and is responsible for an estimated 527,000 deaths among children under five each year. More than 90% of childhood deaths attributed to rotavirus infection occur in developing countries. Symptoms include severe diarrhoea and vomiting, leading to loss of fluid and electrolytes …

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