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Trump Picks "Herd Immunity" Proponent Jay Bhattacharya to Lead National Institutes of Health

Herd immunity proposed by Dr. Bhattacharya would have likely resulted in increased deaths during the pandemic, especially among vulnerable populations.

Vaccines Work!

Vaccines are vital for preventing diseases; widespread vaccination helps achieve herd immunity and protects vulnerable populations.

Bay Area health experts react to Stanford doctor's nomination by President-elect Trump to lead NIH

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya's nomination by Trump aims to reform scientific institutions and improve American health.

Trump Picks "Herd Immunity" Proponent Jay Bhattacharya to Lead National Institutes of Health

Herd immunity proposed by Dr. Bhattacharya would have likely resulted in increased deaths during the pandemic, especially among vulnerable populations.

Vaccines Work!

Vaccines are vital for preventing diseases; widespread vaccination helps achieve herd immunity and protects vulnerable populations.

Bay Area health experts react to Stanford doctor's nomination by President-elect Trump to lead NIH

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya's nomination by Trump aims to reform scientific institutions and improve American health.
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U.S. faces growing measles outbreaks as vaccine skepticism rises

Declining faith in vaccines correlates with rising disease outbreaks and lower vaccination rates in the U.S.
Important public health officials express concerns about misinformation and the visible absence of vaccine-preventable diseases affecting public perceptions.

Only 10 States Have Herd Immunity Vaccination Rates For Measles

High vaccination rates exist overall in the U.S., but measles immunity is inadequate, with 80% of states failing to reach herd immunity.

How Polio Entered Gaza, and How the Vaccination Campaign is Going

The vaccination campaign in Gaza successfully reached nearly 560,000 children, but multiple doses are necessary to fully combat the polio outbreak.

Vaccine hesitancy eats into back-to-school shots

Vaccination rates are declining, increasing vulnerability to outbreaks despite general parental support for childhood vaccinations.

As states loosen childhood vaccine requirements, public health experts' worries grow

Louisiana Republican Rep. Kathy Edmonston advocates for informing parents about their right to exempt their children from vaccinations, believing in upholding the law and individual choice.

Post-pandemic vaccine hesitancy fueling latest measles outbreak

Public health system needs to address post-pandemic vaccine lag to combat rising measles cases.
Measles highly transmissible, but vaccine-effective; 95% vaccination needed for herd immunity and outbreak prevention.

U.S. faces growing measles outbreaks as vaccine skepticism rises

Declining faith in vaccines correlates with rising disease outbreaks and lower vaccination rates in the U.S.
Important public health officials express concerns about misinformation and the visible absence of vaccine-preventable diseases affecting public perceptions.

Only 10 States Have Herd Immunity Vaccination Rates For Measles

High vaccination rates exist overall in the U.S., but measles immunity is inadequate, with 80% of states failing to reach herd immunity.

How Polio Entered Gaza, and How the Vaccination Campaign is Going

The vaccination campaign in Gaza successfully reached nearly 560,000 children, but multiple doses are necessary to fully combat the polio outbreak.

Vaccine hesitancy eats into back-to-school shots

Vaccination rates are declining, increasing vulnerability to outbreaks despite general parental support for childhood vaccinations.

As states loosen childhood vaccine requirements, public health experts' worries grow

Louisiana Republican Rep. Kathy Edmonston advocates for informing parents about their right to exempt their children from vaccinations, believing in upholding the law and individual choice.

Post-pandemic vaccine hesitancy fueling latest measles outbreak

Public health system needs to address post-pandemic vaccine lag to combat rising measles cases.
Measles highly transmissible, but vaccine-effective; 95% vaccination needed for herd immunity and outbreak prevention.
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Why Measles Cases Are Rising Right Now

Measles cases increased globally, affecting mostly children. Lack of vaccinations contributes to the spike. Vaccine effectiveness is high. Herd immunity requires at least 95% vaccination rate.

I'm This Close to Secretly Vaccinating My Grandson, Against His Mom's Wishes

Parents deciding not to vaccinate their child due to fears of vaccines causing autism is still a contentious issue.
Herd immunity is important in protecting children from serious illnesses.

Why Measles Cases Are Rising Right Now

Measles cases increased globally, affecting mostly children. Lack of vaccinations contributes to the spike. Vaccine effectiveness is high. Herd immunity requires at least 95% vaccination rate.

I'm This Close to Secretly Vaccinating My Grandson, Against His Mom's Wishes

Parents deciding not to vaccinate their child due to fears of vaccines causing autism is still a contentious issue.
Herd immunity is important in protecting children from serious illnesses.
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Why waning herd immunity is leading to measles outbreaks

Measles outbreaks have occurred in the United States due to decreased vaccination rates.
A hospital and a day care center in Philadelphia were affected by nine cases of measles.

Amid the drama of the Covid inquiry, Chris Whitty quietly pointed to an important truth. Will anyone listen? | Stephen Reicher

Chris Whitty is known for his quiet demeanor and thoughtful decision-making.
Whitty criticized the confusion surrounding the concept of herd immunity.
He was less accurate when discussing topics outside of his expertise.
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