At a recent trip to the drug store, your pharmacist informs you that the flu vaccines are in. You fear the risk of getting the flubecause you've had it before and it wasn't a pleasant experience. You proceed to get the vaccinated for the flu.Which of the following statements regarding your recent vaccination is true?O The vaccine you received protects you from every strain of the flu.O The vaccine you received protects you from the strain of bacteria which scientists believe will be common in the upcoming "flu season".O The vaccine you received protects you from the virus which scientists believe will be common in the upcoming "flu season".O The vaccine won't be effective because you've had the flu in the past and are immune to it.

Vaccines are usually given as a protection against diseases. It creates an acquired immunity in the…

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