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- Mpox (Monkeypox) Vaccination: What to Know
Mpox (monkeypox) spreads if you come in close contact to an infected person or animal. To control the outbreak, the FDA has approved two vaccines. Here’s a guide on mpox vaccine, who needs it, how to get it, what to expect.
- What is Variolation?
Discover how variolation was used to prevent the spread of smallpox. Learn the steps and risks involved with this medical technique and how it was replaced with the smallpox vaccination.
- What Is Ring Vaccination?
Ring vaccination is a vaccination strategy that health experts use to reduce the spread of a disease. Find out how it works.
- What Is Natural Immunity?
What is natural immunity? Is it active or passive? How does vaccine-induced immunity work? Here’s what to know about your body’s defense system.
- What to Know About DNA Vaccines
DNA vaccines use part of the genes of a virus or bacteria to help your immune system fight diseases. Learn more about what these vaccines are and how they work.
- VAERS and Vaccine Safety: What You Need to Know
The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) helps the CDC and FDA spot possible safety problems with vaccines licensed in the U.S. Learn more about how it works.
- What Is SIRVA?
SIRVA stands for shoulder injury related to vaccine administration. Here’s what you need to know about this rare injury, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment.
- What Are Booster Shots?
For most vaccinations, you need more than one shot for the best protection against disease. Learn more about vaccine boosters and why you need them.
- Whooping Cough Diagnosed in Adults: What Comes Next
It's important to treat whooping cough (pertussis) early in your illness to keep the illness from getting worse. Learn about antibiotics that fight your infection and find out what you can do at home to prevent whooping cough from spreading to your family.
- Symptoms and Signs of Whooping Cough in Adults
Learn the symptoms of whooping cough and find out how your doctor will confirm that you have the disease.
- Essential Screenings and Vaccines for People Over 50
People 50 and older can protect their health by getting certain vaccines and screenings. Find out which ones you need and what to ask your doctor.
- Difference Between Active and Passive Immunity
Find out the differences between active and passive immunity, pros and cons of each, examples, and more.
- Mumps in Adults
Mumps was once a common childhood virus. But can adults get it, too? Learn what might put you at risk and how you can reduce your chances of getting this once-common infection.
- Do I Need a Pneumonia Vaccine?
Some people should protect their health by getting a pneumonia vaccine. Find out if you’re at risk for pneumonia because of your age, illness or injury.
- Vaccines for Travel to India
Planning a trip to India? WebMD lets you know which vaccines you’ll need and why.
- The Importance of Tetanus Vaccine
The tetanus vaccine is an important step in preventing tetanus, which leads to severely painful spasms. Understand who should get the vaccine and when.
- Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot and Nasal Spray) for Adults
WebMD explains flu shots and flu nasal spray for adults, including who should get them, when, and the benefits and side effects of influenza vaccines.
- What Is the Vaccine Schedule for Adults?
WebMD provides a vaccine schedule for adults that includes the key immunizations you should get.
- Meningococcal Vaccine for Adults
WebMD explains the meningococcal vaccine for adults, including who should get it, why, and possible side effects.
- MMR Vaccine for Adults
WebMD explains the MMR vaccine for adults, including who should get it and possible side effects.
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis Vaccine (Tdap)
Tdap is a combination vaccine that protects against three potentially life-threatening bacterial diseases: tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough).
- HPV Vaccine for Adults
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the U.S. Learn how some adults can get a vaccination to protect themselves.
- Hepatitis A Vaccine for Adults
Should you get the hepatitis A vaccine? It may be a good idea. Learn more from WebMD about getting vaccinated as an adult, including the benefits and possible side effects.
- Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine for Adults
Learn more from WebMD about the adult chickenpox vaccine, including its benefits and side effects.
- The Nasal Flu Spray: Get the Facts
The nasal flu vaccine sounds like a safe bet for anyone who’s scared of needles, but it’s not for everyone. Find out if it could work for you.
- Flu Vaccine Tip Sheet
Flu shots are a good idea, especially before the winter holidays. WebMD provides you with a handy tip sheet about the flu vaccine.
- What Vaccines Do Travelers Need?
Which vaccines should you consider before international travel? WebMD provides a summary of what you'll need to stay healthy abroad.
- Adult Immunizations: What You Need
Adults need immunizations, too. Find out which ones you may need.
- Is It Safe to Get Vaccinations During Pregnancy?
Learn more from WebMD about which vaccines are safe and which are not for pregnant women.
- Side Effects of the Smallpox Vaccine
Learn more about the potential side effects of the smallpox vaccine.