Vaccine Preventable Diseases

Is This Chickenpox?

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Why would anyone attack a mom posting about her baby with chickenpox?

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Closing Schools During Flu Outbreaks

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When should schools close during flu outbreaks?

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A Rabies Case in Utah

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A man in Utah died because he didn’t know that his exposure to bats put him at risk for rabies.

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Can an unvaccinated child really get tetanus after a toe nail injury?

What Happens if You Skip a Tetanus Shot?

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Tetanus spores are ubiquitous, making vaccination essential if you’re wounded and unvaccinated. Despite vaccine availability, some parents neglect this crucial shot, risking severe illness for their children. Historical data shows unvaccinated kids face higher risks, with recent cases illustrating the dire consequences of skipping vaccination against tetanus. Vaccines are safe and necessary.

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