When was the first dengue vaccine approved?
Quick Answer
The first dengue vaccine was approved in 2015 in some countries. It was the vaccine Dengvaxia, though its use is restricted because of safety concerns in certain people.
The Full Story
Dengvaxia became the first dengue vaccine to be approved in 2015, initially in several countries and later with specific restrictions. Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease common in tropical and subtropical regions. The vaccine's use has been complicated because it can increase the risk of severe dengue in people who have never previously been infected. That made dengue vaccine policy one of the most carefully monitored in modern vaccinology.
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