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How the vaccination against pneumococcus provides protection from further infection?
The way any vaccine works - is by infecting the patient with an extremely weak dose of the disease they're being immunised for.
The weakened virus is just strong enough to trigger the body's immune system into producing anti-bodies, without actually causing the patient to get the 'full-blown' disease.
The anti-bodies produced by the inoculation stay in the bloodstream ready to fight the 'real' disease, should the patient contract it a t a later date.
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The portion of the skin that provides protection against bacterial infection is the?
stratum corneum
Exposure to a disease-causing organism results in which type of immunity?
Exposure to a disease-causing organism typically results in acquired immunity, either through natural infection or vaccination. This type of immunity is specific to that particular organism and provides protection against future encounters with the same pathogen.
If i had a whooping cough vaccination in the '50's do I need another?
Yes, if you received a whooping cough vaccination in the 1950s, you will likely need another dose. Vaccination against whooping cough (pertussis) typically provides protection for a limited time, and booster shots are recommended, especially for adults and adolescents. It's best to consult with your healthcare provider to determine your vaccination status and whether you need a booster.
Why recovery from an infection with the chicken pox will not protect a person from getting a different diseasesuch as measles.?
Recovery from chickenpox provides immunity specifically against the varicella-zoster virus, which causes chickenpox. However, measles is caused by a different virus, the measles virus, which has its own unique immune response. Therefore, immunity to one does not confer protection against the other, as each infection stimulates the immune system to respond to its specific pathogen. Vaccination for each disease is necessary to ensure protection against both.
Can you catch German measles after a MMR vaccine?
While the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is highly effective in preventing German measles (rubella), it is still possible, though rare, to contract the virus after vaccination. The vaccine provides immunity to about 97% of recipients, meaning a small percentage may not develop full protection. Additionally, if someone is vaccinated but later exposed to the virus, their immune response may not be strong enough to prevent infection. Overall, vaccination significantly reduces the risk of contracting German measles.
What provides protection for a cell?
Cell protection and antioxidants.
How often shingle vaccination has to be done?
Shingles vaccination typically involves two doses of the Shingrix vaccine, given 2 to 6 months apart. Once you have received the complete series, no additional doses are required, as the vaccine provides long-lasting protection. It's important to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized recommendations, especially if you have specific health conditions or concerns.
How are active acquired and passive acquired immunity different?
Active acquired immunity occurs when the body produces its own antibodies in response to an infection or vaccination, providing long-lasting protection. In contrast, passive acquired immunity involves the transfer of pre-formed antibodies from one individual to another, such as through maternal antibodies in breast milk or antibody injections, offering temporary protection. While active immunity develops over time and is specific to particular pathogens, passive immunity provides immediate, but short-term, defense.
Would passive or active immunity protect you from a bacterial infection you have had before?
Active immunity would protect you from a bacterial infection you have had before, as it involves the body producing its own antibodies in response to the pathogen, often after exposure or vaccination. This immune memory allows for a quicker and more effective response upon re-exposure to the same bacteria. Passive immunity, on the other hand, provides temporary protection through antibodies obtained from another source, such as maternal antibodies or injections, but it does not create lasting immunity. Therefore, for long-term protection against previously encountered bacterial infections, active immunity is more effective.
Why use a back up method on birth control patch?
Using a backup method on the birth control patch provides additional protection from pregnancy. Since the patch does not work perfectly, a second method can be helpful. In addition, the patch doesn't prevent infection, so backing up your patch with condoms provides the additional benefit of STD protection.
Why does a vaccination provide long-lasting protection against a disease while gamma globulin provides only short-term protection?
With vaccination your body mounts an immune response to the pathogen. You learn what the pathogen looks like and make antibodies (gamma globulin) against it. You then get memory cells which can last a very long time and will let your body respond and fight off the pathogen the next time you are exposed. Gamma globulin is just an antibody that will circulate in your blood and and fight off the pathogens it was made against. You will not mount an immune response, and you will not get memory cells for long lasting protection.
The cell wall provides what?
Protection and regidity
