Life saving immunizations are so effective that they are generally taken for granted. Through immunizations, many potentially dangerous diseases have been significantly reduced and in some cases, eradicated, as is the case of polio in the United States.
Immunizations work by prompting the body to produce antibodies against the disease, which respond rapidly to clear the bacteria or virus from the body once exposed to the infectious agent. To ensure safety, vaccines are subjected to rigorous testing prior to public use as well as austere monitoring for proper use and possible side effects. Discomfort at the injection site is expected, but a small price to pay compared to the distress of managing ...
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Is Your Child Protected?
Life saving immunizations are so effective that they are generally taken for granted. Through immunizations, many potentially dangerous diseases have been significantly reduced and in some cases, eradicated, as is the case of polio in the United States.
Immunizations work by prompting the body to produce antibodies against the disease, which respond rapidly to clear the bacteria or virus from the body once exposed to the infectious agent. To ensure safety, vaccines are subjected to rigorous testing prior to public use as well as austere monitoring for proper use and possible side effects. Discomfort at the injection site is expected, but a small price to pay compared to the distress of managing ...
