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Vaccination refers to the administration of a vaccine, which is
a preparation of killed or weakened pathogens (or parts of
pathogens) that stimulate the immune system to produce a
protective response against the disease-causing agent. Vaccines
are typically administered through injection, although some can
be given orally or nasally. The purpose of vaccination is to
create immunity to a specific disease in the recipient, which
will help to prevent them from getting sick if they are exposed
to the disease-causing agent in the future.
Immunization, on the other hand, refers to the process of
inducing or enhancing the body's immune response to a particular
infectious disease. This can be achieved through vaccination or
through exposure to the disease itself, which can lead to
natural immunity. Immunization can also refer to the process of
boosting immunity in individuals who have already been
vaccinated or exposed to a disease, such as through booster
shots.
May's Family Clinic will typically administer vaccines to
patients as part of a larger immunization strategy to protect
them from a variety of infectious diseases. This may involve
following a vaccine schedule recommended by public health
authorities or tailoring the approach based on the individual
patient's medical history, age, and other factors. The goal of
vaccination and immunization in a clinic is to prevent the
spread of disease and promote overall public health.
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