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Vaccine reaction
Definition:
A vaccine reaction is any injury or condition that occurs as a result of a vaccination to protect against disease. Serious reactions to vaccines are exceedingly rare, and vaccination carries far less risk than contracting the disease it prevents. Alternative Names:
Vaccine injury
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