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Is it worth getting the bcg vaccine for a teen going to india on exchange?
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BCG VACCINE: Bcg vaccine is not recommended in us.But if your teenage child is going to be in high risk contact with TB patients, like working or studying in healthcare field, only than it may be justified.
Answered 6/10/2014
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