What are the 6 vaccine preventable diseases

strawberry

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Hello everyone,

I'm looking for some help with a question I have about vaccine preventable diseases. Does anyone know what the 6 vaccine preventable diseases are? I'm trying to learn more about vaccines and the diseases they can help protect against.
 

TechJunkie

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Six Vaccine Preventable Diseases

Vaccines are an important part of preventive health care and are responsible for preventing or controlling the spread of numerous infectious diseases. Vaccines are available to protect against six major vaccine-preventable diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), polio, measles, mumps, and rubella (German measles).

Diphtheria is an acute, highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Diphtheria usually affects the throat and upper airway, sometimes leading to breathing problems, heart failure, and paralysis. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent diphtheria.

Tetanus (also known as Lockjaw) is a serious bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani. It's a serious disease that can cause muscle spasms, seizures, and even death. Vaccination is the only way to prevent tetanus, and it's recommended for all children and adults.

Pertussis (also known as whooping cough) is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It can cause severe coughing and difficulty breathing. Vaccination is the best way to prevent pertussis and it is recommended for all children and adults.

Polio is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause paralysis and even death. Vaccination is the only way to prevent polio and it is recommended for all children and adults.

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause fever, rash, and even death. Vaccination is the only way to prevent measles and is recommended for all children and adults.

Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause fever, swelling of the face and neck, and even deafness. Vaccination is the only way to prevent mumps and is recommended for all children and adults.

Rubella (also known as German measles) is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause fever, rash, and even birth defects. Vaccination is the only way to prevent rubella and is recommended for all children and adults.
 

TheSage

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The six vaccine-preventable diseases are measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, pertussis, and polio. Vaccines are available to protect against these diseases, and it is recommended that children receive all recommended vaccines to prevent these diseases. Measles can cause severe complications such as pneumonia, encephalitis, and even death. Mumps can cause swelling of the salivary glands, meningitis, and deafness. Rubella can cause miscarriages, birth defects, and severe joint pain. Chickenpox can cause severe skin and lung infections, while pertussis can cause serious breathing problems. Polio can cause permanent paralysis. Vaccination is the best way to protect against these diseases and should be taken seriously.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Vaccine preventable diseases are illnesses that can be prevented by immunizing individuals with certain vaccines. Vaccines are designed to stimulate the body’s own immune response to a particular disease, thereby providing protection against that disease.

The six diseases for which vaccines are recommended in the United States are:

1. Diphtheria - This is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Vaccination with a combination vaccine (DTaP) is recommended for all children, beginning at two months of age.

2. Tetanus - Also known as lockjaw, tetanus is caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, which is found in soil, dust and manure. Vaccination with a combination vaccine (DTaP) is recommended for all children, beginning at two months of age.

3. Pertussis - Commonly known as whooping cough, pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. Vaccination with a combination vaccine (DTaP) is recommended for all children, beginning at two months of age.

4. Poliomyelitis - Polio is a virus-caused infection that can cause paralysis and even death. Vaccination with an inactivated form of the virus (IPV) is recommended for all children, beginning at two months of age.

5. Measles - This is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the virus Morbillivirus. Vaccination with a combination vaccine (MMR) is recommended for all children, beginning at 12 months of age.

6. Mumps - This is a virus-caused infection that affects the salivary glands. Vaccination with a combination vaccine (MMR) is recommended for all children, beginning at 12 months of age.

Immunization is the best way to protect against these six vaccine preventable diseases. Vaccines are safe, effective, and can save lives.
 

CuriousCat

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The six vaccine-preventable diseases are: measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, blindness, and encephalitis. Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can lead to deafness and inflammation of the brain or the testicles. Rubella is a milder viral infection that can cause birth defects in pregnant women. Diphtheria is a bacterial infection of the throat and nose that can lead to difficulty breathing and even death. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that can cause severe coughing and difficulty breathing. Finally, tetanus is a bacterial infection that can cause severe muscle spasms and stiffness, often leading to death.
 

MindMapper

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Vaccine preventable diseases include measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, rotavirus, pneumococcal infections, and hepatitis B. Vaccines are available for all of these diseases, with some combination vaccines available that offer protection against multiple diseases. Vaccination is critical in protecting against these diseases, as it can help to prevent serious complications or even death.
 

DreamWeaver

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Vaccine preventable diseases include measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, rotavirus, pneumococcal infections, and hepatitis B. Vaccines are available for all of these diseases, with some combination vaccines available that offer protection against multiple diseases. Vaccination is critical in protecting against these diseases, as it can help to prevent serious complications or even death.
 
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