First chikungunya vaccine approved for persons as young as 12 years old, addressing an unmet need for chikungunya prevention for younger ...
Bavarian Nordic (OTCPK:BVNRY) has received FDA approval for its vaccine Vimkunya for the prevention of chikungunya. The virus-like particle, or VLP, vaccine is approved for people aged 12 and older.
A definitive diagnosis of Chikungunya infection can be made only with the aid of laboratory support since clinically, symptoms resemble those of dengue fever. Laboratory diagnosis is therefore ...