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Yellow Fever Vaccine
About Yellow Fever Vaccine
A vaccine against yellow fever, a mosquito borne viral disease found in tropical Africa and South America. The vaccine was developed by Max Theiler, who received the Nobel Prize in 1951. Immunity after vaccination is considered long lasting. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry to some countries. The vaccine is highly effective and safe. Rare serious side effects include yellow fever vaccine associated viscerotropic disease. WHO coordinates global yellow fever vaccination campaigns.
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