Vaccine Basics
What is a vaccine
A shot that helps your body build immunity.
Who created the first successful vaccine in the US and for what disease/
Edward Jenner created the vaccine for small pox.
vaccines cause autism
false
they help stop the spread of vaccines within a community and protect specifically vulnerable people.
How do vaccines help protect the body
train the immune system to recognize and learn how to fight certain dieases.
What major disease was considered ereadicated due to vaccines in 1980?
Small pox
getting two many vaccines at once weaken the immune system
false
what is immunity
Immunity is the bodys ability to fight off disease
in what century did vaccine experiments first begin.
18th century, 1700s
what is one way to make sure you are reading correct information
make sure it is a .edu or .org
what happenes when people don't get vaccinated
Possible outbreaks of severely infectious diseases.
What is the difference between natural immunity and vaccine-acquired immunity
Natural immunity comes from having the disease and vaccine-acquired immunity is developed by receiving a vaccine without getting sick.
In 1986 what Act was established that helped people who were harmed by vaccines?
National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act
Do vaccines have side effects
Yes, you can get certain symptoms depending on the certain vaccine you get.
Why are booster shots needed for some vaccines?
Boosters shots strengthen and "remind" the immune system to maintain protection overtime
What did jacobson v. Massachusetts Establish
FIX!!!
that states had the right to enforce vaccination requirements
How do you know which vaccines you should get.
Your health care provider/ doctor.