Understanding Vaccines

A vaccine is a preparation that stimulates the body's immune system to produce

antibodies for protection against specific diseases.

by Sara Valero
How Vaccines Work
Deceiving the Body
Vaccines trick the immune
system into thinking it's being
attacked, prompting it to defend
itself.
Creating Immune
Memory
The weakened microorganism in
the vaccine stimulates the
creation of antibodies for future
recognition and elimination.
No Danger, Just
Response
The introduced microorganism is
harmless but still triggers a
defense mechanism in the body.
Importance of Vaccines
1 Global Benefits

Vaccines have eradicated, controlled, and reduced the impact of various diseases worldwide.

2 Health Protection

Vaccines prevent epidemics, deaths, and long-term effects from diseases.

3 Herd Immunity

Vaccines not only benefit individuals but also protect susceptible individuals in their
community.
Risks of Vaccination
Effective and Safe
Vaccines are highly effective
and have the highest safety
standards in the medical field.
Minimizing Side
Effects
Certain adverse reactions may
occur, but they are rare and
can be minimized with proper
considerations.
Allergies and
Reactions
In rare cases, strong allergic
reactions to vaccine
components have been
reported.
Who Discovered the First Vaccine
Edward Jenner
Edward Jenner, a British doctor
in the late 1700s, discovered the
first vaccine using cowpox to
protect against smallpox.
James Phipps
He tested the vaccine on a boy
named James Phipps, who later
showed immunity to smallpox.
Saving Lives
Jenner's discovery
revolutionized medicine and
saved countless lives by
preventing serious illnesses.
Who Was Edward Jenner
British Physician
Edward Jenner, born on May 17,
1749, was an English physician
who achieved worldwide fame
for his vaccine discovery.
Greatest Legacy
Contribution
His contributions continue to
Jenner's work marked the shape the field of vaccination
beginning of vaccines and made and public health to this day.
him a pioneer in medical
science.
Women Who Made a Difference in
Vaccination
Isabel Zendal

Isabel Zendal, a nurse from Galicia, played a crucial role in the "Royal Philanthropic Expedition of the
Smallpox Vaccine."

Mary Montagu

Lady Mary Wortley Montagu advocated for inoculation and introduced the practice to England, saving
countless lives.

Empowering Women

These remarkable women surpassed barriers to contribute significantly to vaccination efforts.

The History and Advances of
Vaccination
1 Edward Jenner's Discovery

Jenner's smallpox vaccine in 1796 laid the foundation for future vaccines.

2 Eradication of Smallpox

Vaccines have successfully prevented millions of deaths and eradicated diseases like
smallpox.

3 Expanding Protection

Notable vaccines include those for cholera, rabies, typhoid fever, tuberculosis, and many
more.
New Therapies and Experimental
Treatments
1 Messenger RNA Technology

mRNA technology, beyond vaccines, shows promise for treating diseases like tuberculosis,
malaria, and HIV.

2 A Revolution in Vaccines

Research using mRNA technology provides hope for addressing global health challenges.

3 Ongoing Progress

Initial results are encouraging, allowing the body to produce its own drugs to combat
diseases.
Interview with Healthcare
Expert Insights
Experts in healthcare discuss the
significance of vaccines and
their impact on public health.
Challenges and Looking Ahead
Solutions
Exciting developments in
Healthcare professionals share vaccine research and the future
their insights on overcoming of global health.
challenges in vaccine
distribution and administration.