polio booster
Second immunization dose
A polio booster is an additional dose of polio vaccine given after the initial vaccination series to maintain immunity against poliomyelitis.
Boosters are typically recommended for adults traveling to regions where polio remains endemic or for healthcare workers with potential exposure: She got a polio booster before her trip to Pakistan.
- vaccineDisease prevention injection
- injectionSyringe-delivered dose
- immunizationProtective medical injection
- shotQuick liquor serving
- needlePointed implement for sewing
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