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immunization
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Immunization
The construction of an asset and a liability match that benefits from offsetting changes in value.
immunization
A technique of investing in bonds such that the portfolio's target return is protected against interest rate fluctuations. Changes in returns at which cash flows can be reinvested are offset by changes in the value of the securities in the portfolio. See also bullet immunization.


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Two strategies have evolved to reduce the disease burden in patients with bacterial meningitis: (1) active immunization against the most common pathogens and (2) reduction of central nervous system inflammation with anti-inflammatory therapy.
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In fact, deliberate disruption of the GnRH system is the basis for using GnRH analogs in active immunization paradigms for contraceptive purposes (22).
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Individuals with impaired immune responsiveness, whether due to the use of immunosuppressive therapy, a genetic defect, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection, or other causes, may have reduced antibody response to active immunization (see PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions).
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