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2. Immunization - Wikipedia

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   Immunization, or immunisation, is the process by which an individual's immune system becomes fortified against an infectious agent (known as the immunogen). When this system is exposed to molecules that are foreign to the body, called non-self , it will orchestrate an immune response, and it will also develop the ability to quickly respond to a ...

3. Vaccine - Wikipedia

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   [1] [2] The safety and effectiveness of vaccines has been widely studied and verified. [3] [4] A vaccine typically contains an agent that resembles a disease-causing microorganism and is often made from weakened or killed forms of the microbe, its toxins, or one of its surface proteins. The agent stimulates the body's immune system to recognize ...

4. Vaccination - Wikipedia

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   This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 9 February 2025. Administration of a vaccine to protect against disease This article is about administration of a vaccine. For the vaccines themselves, see vaccine. See also: Immunization Medical intervention Vaccinations Girl about to be vaccinated in her upper arm ICD-9-CM 99.3 - 99.5 [edit on Wikidata ...

5. Vaccination schedule - Wikipedia

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   Example Polish call for vaccination against diphtheria and tetanus Global vaccination coverage 1980 to 2019 among one year olds [1]. A vaccination schedule is a series of vaccinations, including the timing of all doses, which may be either recommended or compulsory, depending on the country of residence.

6. Expanded Program on Immunization - Wikipedia

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   Widespread immunization has substantially reduced the morbidity and mortality rates from diseases such as tuberculosis, poliomyelitis, measles, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, yellow fever, meningitis A and many others. Recent innovations have expanded the impact of vaccines in addressing not only childhood diseases but also adult ...

7. Vaccine Information Statement - Wikipedia

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   CDC Vaccine Information Statement for MMR Vaccine from April 2012. According to the 1993 amended National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (NCVIA), a VIS must contain at least the following four components: (1) a description of the benefits of the given vaccine, (2) a description of its risks, (3) information about the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), and (4) other relevant ...

8. Immunization Action Coalition - Wikipedia

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   The Immunization Action Coalition (IAC) is an organization that distributes information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent. [2] In partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), their headquarters is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota , with member coalitions in the United States and Canada.

9. The Green Book (immunisation guidance, UK) - Wikipedia

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   Immunisation against infectious disease, popularly known as The Green Book, provides information on vaccines for vaccine-preventable diseases. It acts as a guide to the UK's vaccination schedule for health professionals and health departments that give vaccines in the United Kingdom. The first two editions were published in 1992 and 1996.