Explain the Differences Between the Salk and Sabin Polio Vaccines

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Essay

Explain the differences between the Salk and Sabin polio vaccines.Why have most wealthy countries switched from using the Sabin vaccine to using the older Salk vaccine?

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Definitions:

Artery

A blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body's tissues and organs.

Hemangioma

A benign tumor made up of blood vessels, often appearing as a red or purple birthmark.

Myocarditis

An inflammation of the heart muscle (myocardium), often caused by viral infections, that can lead to heart dysfunction.

Heart Muscle

Also known as myocardium, this is the muscular tissue of the heart responsible for its pumping action.