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Vaccines: Why Do I Have to Get Shots?

A vaccine essentially helps your immune system crack the code of a certain illness. When a vaccine enters the body, the immune system responds the same way it would to any germ.

Getting Your Shots
Frequently Asked Questions About Immunizations
Guide to Immunizations
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