pox
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The immunisations recommended for all children under the order are for measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, Haemophilus influenzae type B, pneumococcal disease, human papillomavirus, and varicella or chicken pox.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
So, a pox on all their honors, right?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
Greek authorities have seized pox vaccines originating from Turkey on at least two occasions.
From Barron's ● Mar. 30, 2026
Air travelers standing in line for hours to get through security might wish a pox on all politicians.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 25, 2026
The little boy had a far worse case of chicken pox than he or Rita.
From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer
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