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(Texas Children's Hospital) Advances in vaccine delivery and efficacy were discussed at the 44th National Immunization Conference sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

A research study by each of the four directors from the Center for Vaccine Awareness and Research at Texas Children's Hospital was presented.

Held in Atlanta, more than 1,600 health professionals and medical experts attended the conference.

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