Julia has a new baby and has received the vaccination schedule from the GP which includes the MMR. Julia is nervous about giving her new infant the vaccination as it makes use of attenuated forms of the three viruses and asks the GP whether it is essential. Explain to Julia why the MMR is important and evaluate the effectiveness of the vaccine.

Julia has a new baby and has received the vaccination schedule from the GP which includes the MMR. Julia is nervous about giving her new infant the vaccination as it makes use of attenuated forms of the three viruses and asks the GP whether it is essential. Explain to Julia why the MMR is important and evaluate the effectiveness of the vaccine.

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter9: Immunity And Disease

Section: Chapter Questions

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