The HiB vaccine (immunization) prevents childhood Haemophilus influenzae B infections, which can cause severe and potentially deady illnesses that affect the brain, lungs, and bones or joints.
Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) vaccine; Vaccine - Hib; Haemophilus influenzae B conjugate vaccine
WHO SHOULD GET THIS VACCINE
The Hib vaccine is one of the recommended childhood immunizations. Generally, states require proof that a child has received the vaccine...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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