The hepatitis B vaccine protects against an infection of the liver. People can be infected with hepatitis B virus and not even know it; that's why it's important to get the vaccine.
Vaccines and Your Baby explains the basics of vaccines. You'll learn about vaccines and how they work, the science behind vaccines, immunity, and the diseases that vaccines prevent. Parents of children who suffered vaccine-preventable diseases tell their stories.
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