Brazil Suspends Dengue Jab Rollout After Deaths Reported

Brazil Suspends Dengue Vaccine Campaign After Deaths

Brazil has suspended a vaccination campaign after two people died. The campaign for the dengue vaccine—the world’s first single-dose vaccine—has been halted as authorities investigate deaths and other cases with “warning signs” such as persistent vomiting, Brazil’s Ministry of Health said in a June 8 statement. The 42 cases represent 0.008 percent of the 500,000 doses of the vaccine administered through May 30, according to the ministry, and off…

South American Country Halts Vaccination Campaign Following Two Deaths * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Danielle

The Brazilian government has temporarily suspended the rollout of the world’s first single dose dengue vaccine. There have been reports of two deaths and 42 cases of serious adverse reactions after inoculation. The vaccine, developed by the Butantan Institute, has been administered to approximately 500,000 individuals. “The Ministry of Health reported 42 cases, or 0.008 percent of the 500,000 doses given through May 30, though officials are unsu…

Brazil suspends Dengue jab rollout after deaths reported

Stock photo. Brazil has temporarily suspended the rollout of the world’s first single-dose dengue vaccine following reports of two deaths and dozens of serious adverse events among recipients, prompting a nationwide investigation. According to TrialSiteNews, the vaccine, developed by the government-backed Butantan Institute and approved in late 2025, had been viewed as a major breakthrough in combating dengue due to its single-shot design. More …