A vaccine is available for diphtheria

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A vaccine is available for diphtheria

A vaccine exists for diphtheria, and it works by training the immune system to neutralize the diphtheria toxin. The diphtheria vaccine is given as part of combination vaccines (such as DTaP for children and Tdap or Td for adolescents and adults). It stimulates antibodies that prevent illness and the severe complications caused by the toxin. In populations with high vaccination coverage, diphtheria is now rare, though outbreaks can occur where immunization is incomplete or immunity has waned. Because a safe, effective diphtheria vaccine is available and routinely used, the statement is true. Ongoing protection relies on the recommended primary vaccination series in early life plus periodic boosters to maintain immunity.

A vaccine exists for diphtheria, and it works by training the immune system to neutralize the diphtheria toxin. The diphtheria vaccine is given as part of combination vaccines (such as DTaP for children and Tdap or Td for adolescents and adults). It stimulates antibodies that prevent illness and the severe complications caused by the toxin. In populations with high vaccination coverage, diphtheria is now rare, though outbreaks can occur where immunization is incomplete or immunity has waned. Because a safe, effective diphtheria vaccine is available and routinely used, the statement is true. Ongoing protection relies on the recommended primary vaccination series in early life plus periodic boosters to maintain immunity.

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