Is there a vaccine for Chlamydia?

Published August 12 2016 inSexual Health
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Scientists in Canada, have been researching a vaccine against Chlamydia. The vaccine decreases the speed at which the infection replicates in the body.  The vaccine is not likely to be tested in humans for some years. Chlamydia can cause long term damage to the reproductive system and lead to infertility if not treated.

 

The Scientists at McMaster University in Ontario have developed a vaccine trialled in mice, and administered through the nose.  The study found that when the mouse were later given chlamydia, the bacteria did not grow as quickly as expected, and there was less damage to their reproductive organs.

There were over 200,000 new cases of Chlamydia in England along in 2015.  The vaccine would help to reduce the spread of the infection.

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Mike has been delivering world class Sexually Transmitted Infections testing services to Better2Know patients around the world for over ten years. He has written extensively on the subject, including numerous blogs for Better2Know which are designed to demystify the complex intricacies of sexual health testing. Mike wants to help his readers understand the risks they take in their daily sexual lives and provide the information they need when choosing an STI or STD test in a clear, concise and understandable way. Mike is particularly interested in writing about viral STIs like HIV and Hepatitis, as these infections can have a devastating impact on people’s lives if they are not diagnosed quickly. Only through being well informed can you best care for your health, and Mike is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience to help you and all his readers lead a happier, healthier life.