Immunization: A Social Pact for Collective Health
Journal Title: Journal of Quality in Health Care & Economics (JQHE) - Year 2023, Vol 6, Issue 6
Abstract
Vaccination is the most effective and economical way of preventing diseases and can be understood as a social pact for collective health.
Authors and Affiliations
Ulysséa Leal D*
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