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How does immunisation work? |
Immunisation works by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies that are specific to the disease. Because they are either an altered version of the virus or bacteria (for example measles, mumps, rubella) or contain only a component of the virus or bacteria (for example tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough) they cannot cause the disease itself. The immunity gained from the vaccination may last a long time, and in some cases for life. (Source: Brisbane North Division of General Practice)
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