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Chapter 32 - Immune System
In the United States, vaccination prevents many of the once widespread childhood diseases, such as polio and diptheria. To learn more about the biology behind vaccinations and what diseases can be prevented by vaccination, visit the sites listed below.Ian York, a scientist at the DNA-Farber Cancer Institute, has written the following articles to explain the basic biology behind vaccinations.
- A
brief introduction to the principles of vaccination
- Why are some vaccinations more effective than others?
- How do antibodies work?
- Why are some vaccinations more effective than others?
- Centers for Disease Control: National Immunization Program
- This page shows you the CDC's immunization activities nationwide and all kinds of information about vaccination.
- Children's Immunization Schedule
- This site provides additional information on vaccination against childhood diseases.
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