Definition of vaccination
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: the act of vaccinating
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: the scar left by vaccinating
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Gather health records, medication information, and proof of vaccinations from your vet—and carry them with you.
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Newsletter Sign-up Health experts warn that language barriers and logistical challenges could slow the pace of vaccinations.
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The winning trio worked with their adviser, Lake Country School teacher Jill Koszarek, to create an app that educates the public on vaccines and the benefits of vaccinations to individuals and the community.
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But a vaccination is available that can prevent uninfected people from contracting it.
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The licenses cost $20 annually for a neutered or spayed animal and require proof of a rabies vaccination.
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The Harvard study put the blame on waning effectiveness of mumps vaccinations over time rather than a new strain of the virus.
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Owners have to provide proof of current rabies vaccination and proof the pet has been spayed or neutered.
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There are early indications, including data from Australia and Canada, that vaccination against H3N2 was less effective than usual this year, in the range of 10% to 17%, instead of the usual 30% or so.
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VACCINATION Defined for Kids
Definition of vaccination for Students
: the act of vaccinating
Medical Dictionary
medical Definition of vaccination
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: the introduction into humans or domestic animals of microorganisms that have previously been treated to make them harmless for the purpose of inducing the development of immunity
- oral vaccination
- vaccination against smallpox
- vaccination for whooping cough
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: the scar left by vaccinating
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