When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

  • Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold.
  • Describe what causes the common viral vaccine-preventable diseases, how the infectious agents are transmitted, and the characteristic signs and symptoms of an affected person.
  • Describe the treatment in the community of children who have measles.
  • Describe how measles, polio and hepatitis B can be controlled and prevented in rural communities.
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