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MUMPS
Mumps is a viral disease in which the symptoms include fever, headache, loss of appetite and painful swelling of the salivary glands under the ears, either on one side or on both sides, with consequent swelling in the jaw region.
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DISEASES CAUSED BY THE HAEMOPHILUS BACTERIA
The Haemophilus bacterium causes some diseases such as meningitis, laryngitis, and pneumonia.
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HPV INFECTIONS (HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS INFECTIONS)
Infection with HPV (human papillomavirus) is the most important cause of the development of cervical cancer. Vaccination is part of the Danish childhood vaccination program.
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FLU
Febrile and potentially serious contagious respiratory disease transmitted by secretions from the respiratory tract. The Danish health authorities recommend vaccination against seasonal influenza for certain risk groups.
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WHOOPING COUGH
A highly contagious bacterial disease with symptoms such as respiratory infection and severe cough. Vaccination is part of the national vaccination program for children.
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MEASELS
A contagious viral infection that starts with symptoms of a respiratory infection and causes a rash all over the body. The disease can have a serious course. MMR vaccination (against measles, mumps, and rubella) is part of the Danish childhood vaccination program.
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POLIO
Polio is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause meningitis and paralysis and be life-threatening. The vaccination is part of the Danish childhood vaccination program.
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ROTAVIRUS
A virus that causes diarrhea that can be severe in infants and young children, especially between the ages of 6 and 18 months. Vaccination is not part of the Danish childhood vaccination program.
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RUBELLA
A contagious viral disease that is usually mild but can be serious in pregnant women due to a high risk of congenital disabilities due to infection in the first part of pregnancy. MMR vaccination (measles, mumps, and rubella) is part of its national childhood vaccination program.
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CHICKEN POX
A disease caused by a virus. In Denmark, the vast majority are infected as children. Viruses can later be the cause of shingles in people who have had chickenpox. Vaccination is not part of the Danish childhood vaccination program.
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HEPATITIS A
Hepatitis A, also called contagious hepatitis, is an acute infectious liver disease caused by a virus. Vaccination against hepatitis A is not part of the national vaccination program.
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HEPATITIS B
Hepatitis B is a viral infection caused by a viral infection - potentially serious and chronic. Hepatitis B is widespread in large parts of the world.
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DIPHTHERIA
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection. Toxins produced by the bacterium can damage the nerves and the heart muscle. Combination vaccinations, which also work against diphtheria, are part of the national childhood vaccination program.
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TBE - TICK BORNE ENCEPHALITIS
TBE is a viral disease transmitted by ticks and can cause severe encephalitis.
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YELLOW FEVER
Yellow fever is an acute viral disease transmitted by mosquito bites, which can lead to hemorrhagic fever and death. Vaccination is not part of the national vaccination program.
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JAPANESE BRAIN INFLAMMATION
A serious viral infection transmitted by mosquito bites which can be fatal. Vaccination is not part of the national vaccination program.
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CHOLERA
A bacterial disease that can cause severe diarrhea. Spreads easily through contaminated water and food. Vaccination is not part of the national vaccination program.
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MALARIA
A serious, even life-threatening febrile illness, caused by malaria parasites and spread by mosquitoes. Preventive treatment with malaria medicine can be used
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MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASES
Meningococcal diseases can occur in people of all ages, but outbreaks are seen especially among children and adolescents.
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PNEUMOCOCCAL DISEASES
Pneumococci are bacteria that can cause serious diseases such as meningitis and blood poisoning. Vaccination against many pneumococcal types is part of the Danish childhood vaccination program.
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TETANUS
A disease caused by an infection with a bacterium normally found in soil. Combination vaccination, which also applies to tetanus, is part of the national childhood vaccination program.
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TUBERCULOSIS
A contagious and potentially fatal bacterial disease that is widespread throughout the world.
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TYPHOID
A serious bacterial infection that can be spread through infected food or drink.
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RABIES
A viral disease which affects the central nervous system and ultimately causes encephalitis and death. Rabies is transmitted through the saliva of an infected animal. Vaccination against rabies is not part of the national childhood vaccination program.
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