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Article: National Eczema Group Issues Warning about Smallpox Vaccination; Eczema Sufferers Cautioned Not To Take Vaccine.
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- February 18, 2003
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2003
The National Eczema Association for Science and Education (NEASE) today urged anyone who currently has or has ever suffered from eczema or atopic dermatitis not to receive the smallpox vaccine unless they have been exposed to smallpox, because of a heightened risk of life threatening reactions.
The Association cautioned that the smallpox vaccine contains a live virus that can be harmful or even fatal to those with eczema or atopic dermatitis. ...