A new vaccine could vanquish a major cause of deadly diarrheal disease

A new vaccine could vanquish a major cause of deadly diarrheal disease

Over 1 million people a year die from diarrheal disease. Nearly half are kids under age 5. A new vaccine in trials offers great hope.(Image credit: Smith Collection)

A medical illustration depicts the Shigella bacteria, a leading cause of diarrheal disease.

Over 1 million people a year die from diarrheal disease. Nearly half are kids under age 5. A new vaccine in trials offers great hope.

(Image credit: Smith Collection)

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