October 23, 2026

Vax Facts Friday 10.23.26

child with fever

Q: Which side effect is known to be caused by vaccines?

A. Fever
B. Hair loss
C. Decrease in shoe size
D. Profuse sweating

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The correct answer is A. Fever 
Fever is a common side effect caused by vaccines. Fevers typically develop after a vaccine is given because the immune system is responding to the vaccine. Other common side effects that can occur after a vaccine include pain, redness or tenderness at the injection site.

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