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Dr. Know: Flu Shot

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Check out Dr. Know's explanation about flu shots, which can't really give you the flu. Learn more about influenza in this video from Discovery.

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Watch this video about potential vaccines for west Nile virus on HowStuffWorks. The best vaccine may be a type that is made from the virus' DNA. Learn about west Nile virus in this video from ScienCentral.

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Watch this video about staying healthy during cough and cold season on HowStuffWorks. At parties, crowds of people shaking hands, sharing food, and mingling in close proximity are a haven for cold and flu germs. See how germs and bacteria work in... More »

Dr. Know: Flu Shot (0:35)

Check out Dr. Know's explanation about flu shots, which can't really give you the flu. Learn more about influenza in this video from Discovery.

Dr. Whyte's Health Tips: Flu Shots (3:07)

Dr. John Whyte of Discovery Health explains why people should get flu shots. Learn more about influenza in this video from Discovery.

Nigerian Children Get Polio Vaccincations (2:56)

Watch this UNICEF video about polio vaccinations on HowStuffWorks. In the past, Nigerians didn't understand the rationale behind immunizations and used to refuse polio vaccinations; before 2006, Nigeria reported nearly half of the world's polio... More »

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