Some participants tested positive for the virus, and others were excluded because of underlying illnesses.
Scientific Coordinator for the Wits University's African Leadership in Vaccinology, Dr Clare Cutland says more participants need to be enrolled.This is according to Dr. Clare Cutland, scientific coordinator at the Wits African Leadership in Vaccinology Expertise consortium.
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