What vaccinations should be considered for patients without a spleen?
Explain the rationale for "conjugated" vaccines.
Considering the relative antigenicity of exotoxins and endotoxins, which class can be used to generate vaccines?
Principles of vaccination
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Types of vaccines
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Childhood immunization schedule
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Adult immunization recommendations
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Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis
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Measles, mumps, rubella
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Polio and Haemophilus influenzae
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Pneumococcal disease
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Meningococcal disease
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Influenza vaccination
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Hepatitis A and B vaccination
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HPV vaccination
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Vaccine hesitancy and public health
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