Tag: vaccine hesitancy
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COVID-19 Pandemic Dents Public Trust in Childhood Vaccines: A Call to Restore Confidence
Overview: The Pandemic’s Ripple Effect on Childhood Vaccination The COVID-19 pandemic has ripple effects that extend beyond infections and hospitalizations. An international study led by Bar-Ilan University’s Azrieli Faculty of Medicine in the Galilee reveals a concerning trend: diminished public trust in childhood vaccines in the aftermath of the pandemic. Published in Vaccine, the peer-reviewed…
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COVID-19’s Shadow on Childhood Vaccines: Trust Erosion Fuels Measles Resurgence
Introduction: A Growing Vaccine Confidence Gap The COVID-19 pandemic did more than strain health systems; it appears to have weakened public trust in routine childhood vaccines. A new international study led by the Azrieli Faculty of Medicine in the Galilee at Bar-Ilan University, published in Vaccine, shows a noticeable decline in coverage for core childhood…
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COVID-19 Pandemic Erodes Public Confidence in Childhood Vaccines, Threatening Herd Immunity
Pandemic-Affected Trust Spurs Declines in Childhood Vaccination A new international study led by the Azrieli Faculty of Medicine in the Galilee at Bar-Ilan University shows that the COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to a sustained erosion of public trust in childhood vaccines. Published in the peer-reviewed Vaccine journal, the research surveyed 2,047 parents in Israel and…
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Political Science and Public Health Faculty Partner on Groundbreaking Vaccine Study
A Cross-Disciplinary Effort to Understand Vaccine Uptake A collaborative research initiative between the Political Science and Public Health faculties seeks to unpack how vaccine policies influence vaccination rates, public trust, and health equity. The project will analyze longitudinal survey data from the pandemic period, focusing on the interplay between policy environments and individual decisions about…
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Portuguese Pharmacists Confront Rising Vaccine Hesitancy
Rising Vaccine Hesitancy Among Portuguese Communities The Associação de Farmácias de Portugal (AFP) has publicly acknowledged a growing hesitancy around vaccines in recent years. Based on feedback from community pharmacies and patient consultations across the country, more people express doubts about vaccine safety, efficacy, and necessity. The trend spans multiple age groups, with particular concerns…
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Vaccine Hesitancy Rising, Says Pharmacists’ Association
Rising vaccine hesitancy: what the new concern means The Portuguese Association of Pharmacies has highlighted a growing concern: more people are hesitant about vaccines in recent years. Vaccine hesitancy, defined by the World Health Organization as a delay in acceptance or refusal of vaccines despite availability, can undermine efforts to protect communities from preventable diseases.…
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Pharmacies Association Acknowledges Rising Vaccine Hesitancy
Context: Rising vaccine hesitancy in recent years The Associação de Farmácias (Pharmacies Association) has highlighted a worrying trend: an increase in vaccine hesitancy across communities in recent years. While vaccines remain a cornerstone of public health, concerns about safety, efficacy, and the rapid spread of information—and misinformation—have contributed to a more cautious stance among some…
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The Measles Vaccine: Overcoming Apathy and Anxiety
The Measles Vaccine: A Historical Perspective The journey of the measles vaccine began on February 8, 1954, when young David Edmonston’s upset stomach caught the attention of Dr. Thomas Peebles at Boston Children’s Hospital. David’s symptoms hinted at a significant historical moment; he became the first person from whom the measles virus was isolated. This…
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The Measles Vaccine: Why Apathy Persists Despite Its Success
Introduction: The Marvel of the Measles Vaccine The measles vaccine represents a significant achievement in medical science, tracing its origins to a pivotal moment on February 8, 1954, when young David Edmonston’s gastrointestinal symptoms led Dr. Thomas Peebles to discover the Edmonston strain of the virus. This breakthrough, culminating in an effective vaccine, has saved…
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Moderna (MRNA) Stock Declines Amid Controversial Claims on Vaccine Safety
Introduction The stock of Moderna, Inc. (MRNA) has recently faced significant declines, affected by controversial claims made by officials from the Trump administration. In a forthcoming presentation to advisers of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these officials plan to connect the COVID-19 vaccines to the deaths of approximately two dozen children. This…