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GeoVax Vaccine Shows Promise for 40M Immunocompromised Americans

GeoVax's GEO-CM04S1 vaccine shows robust T-cell responses and cross-variant protection for immunocompromised patients, aligning with new IDSA guidelines for vulnerable populations.

This development addresses one of the most critical gaps in pandemic preparedness and public health protection. Immunocompromised individuals, including cancer patients, transplant recipients, and those with autoimmune conditions, have faced disproportionate risks throughout the COVID-19 pandemic despite vaccination efforts. Current mRNA vaccines often provide inadequate protection for these vulnerable populations due to their compromised immune systems. The emergence of a vaccine specifically designed to generate robust T-cell responses alongside antibody protection could fundamentally change the landscape for millions of high-risk patients who have been living with ongoing COVID-19 vulnerability. This represents not just a medical breakthrough but a moral imperative to protect society's most vulnerable members and strengthen overall community immunity against evolving viral threats.