5 Questions
Which of the following diseases has been eradicated as a result of effective and safe vaccines?
Smallpox
Which of the following vaccines is a toxoid?
Pneumococcal
What is immunization?
The process of increased resistance to infection
What is the difference between active and passive immunity?
Active immunity involves making one's own antibodies, while passive immunity involves gaining antibodies from another individual
What is a vaccine?
A substance that stimulates the immune system to produce immunity to a specific disease
Test your knowledge on vaccine-preventable diseases and immunization protocols. Explore the history of disease eradication through effective vaccination. Identify immunity, recognize indications and contraindications for vaccines, and understand vaccination schedules.
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