VACCINATION FOR ADULTS
Journal Title: Pulmonologija ir alergologija - Year 2017, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Vaccination is a highly effective method of preventing certain infectious diseases. Immunization saves millions of lives and is widely recognized as one of the world’s most successful and cost-effective health interventions. Vaccines are generally very safe and serious adverse reactions are uncommon. Vaccine recommendations for adolescents and adults are based on a variety of factors including age, overall health status, and medical history.
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Ieva Bajoriūnienė
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