Vaccines Quit for You

Vaccines Quit for You
Nelson Hernandez III

People who have problems with smoking cigarettes usually have a problem quitting their addiction. Recently, a new vaccine has been undergoing clinical trials to prove effective in helping people quit their smoking addictions. Basically, the person receives a vaccination, injected by needle, of course. Whenever the person smokes, the vaccine, called “NicVAX”, makes antibodies that attach themselves to the nicotine molecules. The antibodies prevent the nicotine from getting to the brain. Because the nicotine can’t get to the brain, the usual stimulation of the cigarette is gone which makes the smoker loose interest, and eventually stop smoking. The vaccine lasts for several months, to prevent relapse. Clinical trials are not expected to end soon, but the outcome is worth the wait.