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Immunization: Precautions and Contraindications
Immunization Precautions and Contraindications Author:George C. Kassianos This reference is aimed at those working in general practice, immunization centres and paediatric wards. It gives the schedule of routine immunization in the UK. Each vaccine is presented separately, including contraindications, local and general side- and adverse-effects, dosage schedules, special precautions, vaccine availability and advice on... more » storage. A description of the infection caused by the disease follows, together with data on notifications and immunization coverage. Other topics covered include: travel immunization and malaria; pregnancy and immunization; a section for practice nurses, including medico-legal aspects; advice on immunization and audit; and includes parents' information sheet on children's immunizations.« less