During the early 1900's, infectious diseases were the leading cause of death worldwide. Now, as a result of immunization programs, vaccine-preventable diseases cause less than 5% of all deaths in Canada. For more information, go to Alberta Immunization Program (Alberta Health).
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Review Date :
January 2006
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