Vaccines Consultation
Vaccines are one of the most essential medical tools in preventing infectious diseases and maintaining public health. Your questions span fundamental understanding, manufacturing processes, facility setup, and global regulatory requirements. Here's a detailed and structured response: Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products I ATMPs I 1. What Are Vaccines? Vaccines are biological preparations designed to provide acquired immunity against specific infectious diseases. They work by stimulating the immune system to recognize and combat pathogens (such as viruses or bacteria), without causing the disease . Types of Vaccines: Live Attenuated Vaccines Contain weakened forms of the pathogen. Examples: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin for tuberculosis) Inactivated Vaccines Contain pathogens that have been killed or inactivated. Examples: Polio (IPV), Hepatitis A Subunit, Recombinant, Polysaccharide, and Conjugate Vaccines Use specific parts of the pa...