O médico de vacinação
Example: O médico de vacinação explicou como tomar a vacina corretamente.
Definition
"O médico de vacinação" refers to a healthcare professional specialized in administering vaccines and providing guidance on immunization to prevent diseases. This doctor ensures proper vaccination techniques and educates patients on vaccine schedules and safety.
Etymology
The phrase "o médico de vacinação" comes from Portuguese, where "médico" means doctor or physician, and "vacinação" derives from the Latin 'vaccinatio,' meaning vaccination, which is related to 'vacca,' meaning cow. This term originated from the use of cowpox material to create immunity against smallpox, a method pioneered by Edward Jenner in the late 18th century.
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