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Vaccines – The Facts
5 facts about vaccines to dispel misconceptions about safety and effectiveness
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Unfortunately there are still misconceptions regarding the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. The WHO has released ‘5 Facts on Vaccines’ (see figure below) to address these concerns and highlight the importance of vaccination.
Please visit the link provided under Additional Resources to know more about the effectiveness of combined vaccines.
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