What is the value of Herd Immunity? It lends itself to clever Facebook memes. It reduces the chances of infection in those who cannot be vaccinated (infants) or who cannot benefit from vaccination (those with compromised immune systems). It allows vaccination of livestock. It prevents vaccination of livestock.
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Herd immunity only occurs in a population in which all individuals are immune. occurs in a population in which a large percentage of the population is immune. only provides protection to those that are already immune. is responsible for dramatic increases in childhood diseases. occurs in a population in which a large percentage of the population is immune AND is responsible for dramatic increases in childhood diseases.
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Which of the following protects individuals who cannot receive vaccines (e.g. the very young or immunocompromised) in a society from infection? Herd Immunity Antibiotics Memory Cells Active Immunity from infection
Explain why global efforts are being made to mass vaccinate populations and the importance of herd immunity in wiping out disease nationally and globally?
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