Asked in UHS MDCAT 2011 2011Moderate

Which of the following diseases can be prevented through vaccination?

Correct answer: D. Measles and Mumps

  • A. AIDS and Cancer
  • B. Malaria and AIDS
  • C. Typhoid and Cancer
  • D. Measles and Mumps

Explanation

Measles and mumps, both can be prevented by a joint two-dose vaccine, i.e. the MMR vaccine.

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