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Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis are serious diseases caused by bacteria. ... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

The gap between immunization rates in minority and white populations has been narrowed, but there are still disparities among many racial, ethnic, and underserved populations, especially among adults.... Details >

Office of Minority Health (CDC)

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Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). HAV is found in the stool of persons with hepatitis A. It is usually spread by close personal contact and sometimes by eat... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

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Hepatitis B virus is spread through contact with the blood and body fluids of an infected person.... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

This Web site lists free health education materials on immunization for babies, children, teens, and adults, in addition to general immunization materials and information for specific diseases.... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

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Measles, mumps, and rubella are serious diseases.... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

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Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine can help prevent serious pneumococcal disease, such as meningitis and blood infections. It can also prevent some ear infections.... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

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Polio is a disease caused by a virus. It enters a child’s (or adult’s) body through the mouth. Sometimes it does not cause serious illness. But sometimes it causes paralysis (can’t move arm or leg). I... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

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Shots - or immunizations - are not just for children! Adults also need to be vaccinated from time to time to protect themselves against serious infectious diseases.... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

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Tetanus (lockjaw) and diphtheria are serious diseases. Tetanus is caused by a germ that enters the body through a cut or wound. Diphtheria spreads when germs pass from an infected person to the nose... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition