Pandemic
An epidemic occuring over a very large area.
Pathogen
is an organism that produces disease eg a bacteria or virus
Pentavalent Vaccine
is a combined vaccine that protects against 5 diseases and example is the 5 in 1 vaccine it protects against Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio and Hib.
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the membrane that surrounds the heart.Resulting in chest pain, breathing difficulties. Can be fatal.
Pharmoeconomics
is the branch of health economics that focuses on the cost and benefits of drug treatments, including vaccines. It includes a comprehensive analysis of all alternative courses of action in terms of cost and human gain.
Pneumonia
Inflamation of the lungs due to infection
Abbreviations
PPV
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine
PCCC
Primary, Community and Continuing Care
PCV
Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine
PPD
Purified Protein Derivative
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