Still, these studies suggest that it may be possible to induce local immunity without systemic immune activation. (cancernetwork.com)
«Steroids can and do suppress local immunity,» Dr. Calhoun explains. (health.com)
This type of vaccination actually provides local immunity — meaning if the organisms are inhaled and encountered in the nasal passages, the vaccine will work to kill them off before they can affect the dog. (vetinfo.com)