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What is the definition or description of: hepatitis a vaccine?
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Prevent disease: An immunization to help prevent hepatitis a disease by helping the body's immune system to recognize and fight the infecction.
Answered 12/23/2014
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Hepatitis A vaccine: Hepatitis a is a serious liver disease caused by the hepatitis a virus (hav). This can be prevented by receiving the hepatitis a vaccine. Two doses of the vaccine are needed for lasting protection. These doses should be given at least 6 months apart. Hepatitis a vaccine may be given at the same time as other vaccines.
Answered 12/9/2013
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