Which vaccine is the oldest still used against a disease spread by mosquitoes?
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Yellow fever vaccine is the oldest widely used vaccine against a mosquito-borne disease, introduced in the 1930s. It remains highly effective and is still used in endemic regions and for travel.
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The yellow fever vaccine, developed in the 1930s, is one of the oldest vaccines still in common use for a mosquito-borne disease. It provides long-lasting protection and is used in endemic areas of Africa and South America, as well as for travelers to some regions. The vaccine has been central to preventing outbreaks of yellow fever, a potentially fatal viral hemorrhagic disease. Its long history and strong effectiveness make it a classic success story in vaccinology.
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