Vaccines - Concepts Flashcards
What is/are the reservoirs for smallpox?
Only humans.
Smallpox origin is…
Zoonotic
When was inoculation brought to Europe?
The 18th century
When was the first vaccination performed?
Jenner in 1796. Jesty in 1774.
What’s the root word in vaccination?
“Vacca” meaning cow
When was inoculation banned in Britain?
1840
Why was inoculation banned?
Because vaccines worked so much better, and were safer.
When did the campaign to eliminate smallpox begin?
1967
How long did the eradication of smallpox take?
10 years
What is one way that anti-vaxxers lie with statistics?
By presenting statistics that have data missing.
What is the real explanation behind the myth that vaccines can cause SIDS.
It’s a coincidence.
Why is it important for everyone who can get vaccinated actually get vaccinated?
Heard immunity.
Why is it incorrect that receiving more than one vaccination at a time increases risk to children?
We are exposed to antigens from birth. Almost every action we take from early infancy is exposing us to antigens.
What are some mild side effects of vaccines?
Fever, mild rash, swelling of glands in cheeks or neck.
What is the severe and rare side effect of vaccines? And how often?
Serious allergic reaction. Less than one out of 1 million doses.
