Suppressed Immune System And Swine Flu Vaccine
An influenza vaccine protects people against
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Vaccine - influenza; Immunization - influenza; Flu shot; Flu vaccine
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The flu is a contagious respiratory disease caused by an influenza virus. In the U.S., flu outbreaks typically occur in winter months. Symptoms include
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