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Immunization and Disease Prevention

The practice of using vaccines to prevent and control infectious diseases, including the role of vaccines in protecting children and communities, the importance of vaccination schedules, and the impact of immunization on public health

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Immunization is a vital public health tool that protects individuals and communities from infectious diseases. By stimulating the immune system, vaccines help prevent outbreaks and reduce the incidence of preventable diseases. Understanding the importance of immunization, herd immunity, and public h...

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Key Terms

Vaccine
A substance that stimulates the immune system to produce immunity to a specific disease.

Example: The measles vaccine helps prevent measles infection.

Immunity
The ability of the body to resist a particular infection or toxin.

Example: After vaccination, a person develops immunity to the disease.

Herd Immunity
When a large percentage of a population becomes immune to a disease, protecting those who are not immune.

Example: Herd immunity can prevent outbreaks of diseases like polio.

Antigen
A substance that triggers an immune response, often found in pathogens.

Example: Vaccines contain antigens that mimic disease-causing organisms.

Pathogen
An organism that causes disease, such as bacteria or viruses.

Example: Influenza virus is a common pathogen that causes the flu.

Vaccination Schedule
A timetable for when vaccines should be administered.

Example: Children receive vaccines according to a recommended vaccination schedule.

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Key Concepts

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