Scientists close in on vaccine for dengue

 The government has allocated Sh500 million in efforts to eliminate dengue fever, which has spread fear among residents of Dar es Salaam and other parts of the country.PHOTO|FILE

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“WHO will notify us of the new development if the vaccine is tested and approved,” Dr Seif said on the phone. Even after WHO approves the vaccine, he added, it will be subject to approval by the Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA).