Category: Vaccination

According to the CDC, taking pain relievers like acetaminophen before vaccination is generally not recommended, as it might interfere with the body’s immune response. So, should you give Tylenol after vaccines? The consensus from major health organizations is to use it to treat discomfort or fever that arises *after* the shot, not to prevent these symptoms.

The bifurcated needle enabled the administration of 200 million smallpox vaccinations per year during the final years of the eradication campaign [1.5.3]. So, why use a bifurcated needle? Its design allows for significant dose-sparing and ease of use in mass vaccination efforts [1.2.4, 1.8.1].