General
What are at least 2 examples of the components of a vaccine?
- Antigens
- Adjuvants
- Preservatives
- Stabilizers
What are the 3 main reasons parents refuse to vaccinate their children?
Religious beliefs, Personal/Philosophical beliefs, Safety concerns
What are 3 side effects of vaccines that were mentioned in the presentation?
Fever, tiredness and body aches
What is the purpose of a vaccine?
Protect your body against infectious diseases before coming in contact with it by growing resistant to it
What is herd immunity?
When a large part of the population of an area is immune to a specific disease, thereby also reducing the likelihood of infection for individuals who lack immunity.
Around what percentage of biomedical waste is plastic?
25%
What are examples of pathogens?
Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi, or Parasites
What were at least 3 points made to convince people to get vaccinated?
Diseases preventable by vaccination still exist, Getting vaccinated will keep you healthier, The impact of vaccinations can be life-saving, Vaccines are safe, Vaccines cannot cause the diseases they are designed to prevent, Herd Immunity, Memory Cells and Immunological Memory, Reducing disease severity
What is natural immunity and What are some of its risks?
Natural immunity occurs after an illness when your body is aware of how to fight it off. However instead of facing the small side effects that happen after a vaccination, you get a full illness or infection which can be harmful to your health long term and you could possibly die
TRUE or FALSE
The immune system can keep memory
TRUE
What is the solution to misinformation mentioned in the presentation?
- Doing research on vaccines and spreading awareness of their importance
- Asking a medical professional to verify the information