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Hib vaccine
A vaccine to prevent Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) infection. The Hib vaccine has markedly reduced the occurrence of serious and fatal Hib infections. Some minor reactions to be aware of are soreness, redness at the injection site, a fever under 102°F, and irritability.

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Date Last Modified: 08/26/2003 15:00