Vaccines

Vaccines

Terms that relate to biological agents to the body that improves immunity to a particular desease. Vaccines contain a weaker version of the microbe so that it is easier to handle and further recognize by the host's immune system.

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Lyme disease

Health care; Vaccines

A bacterial disease transmitted by infected ticks. Human beings may come into contact with infected ticks during outdoor activities (camping, hiking). Symptoms include fatigue, chills, fever, ...

Lymphocytes

Health care; Vaccines

Small white blood cells that help the body defend itself against infection. These cells are produced in bone marrow and develop into plasma cells which produce antibodies. Also known as B cells.

Otitis media

Health care; Vaccines

A viral or bacterial infection that leads to inflammation of the middle ear. This condition usually occurs along with an upper respiratory infection. Symptoms include earache, high fever, nausea, ...

Outbreak

Health care; Vaccines

Sudden appearance of a disease in a specific geographic area (e.g. neighbourhood or community) or population (e.g., adolescents).

Mucosal membranes

Health care; Vaccines

The soft, wet tissue that lines body openings specifically the mouth, nose, rectum and vagina.

Multiple sclerosis

Health care; Vaccines

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous system characterised by the destruction of the myelin sheath surrounding neurons, resulting in the formation of "plaques." MS is a ...