tõhustusdoose

Tõhustusdoos, often translated as booster dose, refers to an additional administration of a vaccine. Its primary purpose is to restore or increase immunity that has diminished over time after the initial vaccination series. Vaccination typically involves one or more primary doses to establish initial protection. However, the body's immune response can wane, making individuals more susceptible to the disease the vaccine targets. A tõhustusdoos re-exposes the immune system to the antigen, stimulating a stronger and more robust immune memory response. This can lead to a higher level of antibodies and a more effective cellular immune defense. The timing and necessity of tõhustusdoosid vary depending on the specific vaccine, the disease it protects against, and factors such as age and individual health status. Public health authorities recommend tõhustusdoosid to maintain long-term protection for individuals and to help control the spread of infectious diseases within a population, particularly for diseases where immunity is known to decline.