The value of active immunization treatment against diphtheria

Active Immunization against Poliomyelitis

1. A single intracutaneous inoculation with a subinfective dose of the virus of poliomyelitis produces considerable immunity. 2. Virus-serum combinations produce an appreciable immunity, providing just sufficient serum is used to protect the animal from paralysis. If there is an excess of serum, the degree of immunity is considerably reduced.

Diphtheria Immunization *

AT the beginning of the twentieth century diphtheria occupied a unique position in contrast to other infectious diseases. Its symptoms and course were well known and accurately described, the causal organism definitely recognized, and a specific remedy was available for its treatment, yet in spite of this wealth of scientific knowledge the control and prevention of the disease had proved a comp...

The Influence of Active Immunization Against Adrenocorticotropin Hormone on Galactopoiesis in Merino Ewes

  Background:Chronic active adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH) immunization of ewes (with a previous history of immunization) resulted in elevated titres of antibody against ACTH, which induced a reduction in circulating levels of cortisol. Objectives:<span style="color: win...

Oral Immunization against Diphtheria and Tetanus Infections by Fluid Dphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids

Active Immunization against Poliomyelitis in Monkeys

1. A combination of poliomyelitis virus and specific human serum is effective for the production of active immunity. 2. For each gram of active virus given intradermally as an emulsion, 6 cc. of human immune serum, injected subcutaneously, was required in our experiments to protect a monkey from paralysis. Some degree of active immunity was induced. 3. Immunity, without symptom of the disease, ...