The Saline Placebo Pyramid demonstrates that many vaccines were tested with a saline placebo, countering anti-vaccine misinformation. Older vaccines served as the base of the pyramid, with newer and combo vaccines using them as control groups. The use of saline placebos in vaccine trials is crucial for determining safety and effectiveness.
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A COVID-19 vaccine is still 12 to 18 months away.
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Children in the United States receive 14 routine vaccines to protect against 17 diseases, including the recently approved Vaxelis, which combines protection against multiple diseases in one shot. The availability of combination vaccines means fewer shots. Besides routine vaccines, other vaccines are available for special situations. The variety of vaccines dispels the myth that pediatricians only push vaccines.
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