What is a vaccine?
Vaccines (also called immunizations) help people produce
immunity to infectious diseases before those diseases are ever encountered. If
a person… [more]
How does vaccination work?
The immune system works by recognizing foreign invaders
using an army of defense cells called lymphocytes. When a person is… [more]
What diseases should adults get vaccinated against?
There are many diseases with vaccines available, some of
which are recommended for everyone and others that are used for… [more]
When should adults be vaccinated?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has set up
recommended schedules for immunizations in childhood, adolescence, and… [more]
Is it too late for me to be vaccinated?
It is never too late to be
vaccinated. In general, it is always a good idea to keep up with… [more]
Do I need to be vaccinated more than once?
Depending on the vaccine, you may only need to be vaccinated
once, or you may need one or two "booster"… [more]
How do I know if I have been properly vaccinated?
Often, people forget whether or not they have been
vaccinated against a particular disease or how long it has been… [more]
Where do I get vaccinated?
Routine vaccinations (the ones recommended for everyone) and
some vaccines only needed by certain populations are usually available at your… [more]
What are the risks of vaccinations?
Vaccination does carry some risk of complications. Getting
the disease that you are being vaccinated against is not usually one… [more]
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