Vaccines For Dummies

Inoculate yourself againstthe confusion and misinformation surrounding vaccines Measles, mumps, and rubella-oh my!Why are we vaccinating our children-and ourselves-againstthese diseases, and what goes on inourbodies after the needlecomes out?Vaccines For Dummieswill inform and entertain you about allthingsvax, including how the first vaccines were discovered, what's in modern vaccines,how they aretested andapprovedfor use, and whytheCDC's vaccine schedule is what it is.Inside,you'llalso find a complete guide tovaccinebenefits,potential side effects,and contraindications, so you'll be readywhen shottime comes. Fromthe very firstinoculationshundreds of years ago to the brandnewCOVID-19 shot, creating immunity to diseases has become a human specialty.Ifyou'rewondering how safe and how necessary it all is, you aren't alone. InVaccinesForDummies,we'll explorethe issue from every angle, empowering you to take charge of your wellbeing.With this book, you will: Discoverthe ABCs of vaccines, including whatthey'remade of and how they work Learn abouteach recommended childhoodand adultimmunization, plus the seasonal flu shot, all with this evidence-based guide Take a journey through vaccine history,meeting the major players ofyesterday and today Decide what's right for your family, with the help of the most recent vaccine science Parents,parents-to-be,adults of any age,and anyone who wants to delve into the microscopic world of pathogens and theirarch nemeses(antigens and antibodies)willget a doubledose of knowledge fromVaccinesForDummies.