Hindu groups want vaccines without beef gelatine


PETALING JAYA: Hindu religious groups are urging the Government to seek alternatives to vaccines that contain beef gelatine, in consideration for groups of Malaysians who do not consume beef.

All 10 vaccines meant for the national immunisation schedule issued by the Health Ministry are free from pork gelatine, which is substituted with bovine sources.

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