Vaccin Puzzelwoord

How Vaccines Work to Protect You and Others

What are vaccines?

Vaccines are a safe and effective way to protect yourself from serious diseases. They work by stimulating your body's immune system to produce antibodies that are specific to the disease. These antibodies will help to protect you from getting sick, even if you are exposed to the virus or bacteria that causes the disease.

How do vaccines work?

There are two main types of vaccines: live vaccines and inactivated vaccines. Live vaccines contain a weakened form of the virus or bacteria that causes the disease. Inactivated vaccines contain a killed form of the virus or bacteria.

When you receive a vaccine, your body's immune system will produce antibodies against the disease. These antibodies will help to protect you from getting sick, even if you are exposed to the virus or bacteria that causes the disease.

Are vaccines safe?

Yes, vaccines are safe. They are one of the most effective ways to prevent serious diseases. Vaccines have been used for over 200 years, and they have saved millions of lives.

Why should I get vaccinated?

There are many reasons why you should get vaccinated. Here are a few of the most important:

• Vaccines can protect you from serious diseases. Vaccines can help to protect you from a wide range of serious diseases, including measles, mumps, rubella, polio, and tetanus.
• Vaccines can protect others. If you are vaccinated, you are less likely to spread the disease to others. This is especially important for protecting people who are too young to be vaccinated or who have weakened immune systems.
• Vaccines are safe and effective. Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to prevent serious diseases. They have been used for over 200 years, and they have saved millions of lives.

If you are not sure whether or not you should get vaccinated, talk to your doctor. They can help you make the best decision for your health.

Where can I get vaccinated?

There are many places where you can get vaccinated. You can get vaccinated at your doctor's office, your local health department, or a community clinic. You can also find vaccines at some pharmacies.

To find a vaccination clinic near you, visit the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/hcp/imz/child-adolescent.html