Herd Immunity
Vaccine Clinical Trials
Antibodies
Antigen
Immunity
Immune Response
Side Effects
Protection against a specific disease.
A substance (usually a protein) that triggers an immune response, leading to the production of antibodies.
Potential reactions that can occur after receiving a vaccine. Indicates that your body is responding to the vaccine.
Proteins produced by the immune system to fight off infections.
A research study evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a vaccine. Vaccines undergo multiple safety trials before being used in the U.S.
Protection of a population against a particular disease through vaccination.
The body's reaction to an antigen or foreign substance, involving the production of antibodies.