Berman, Jonathan M.
Anti-vaxxers
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262539326
- author:
- Berman, Jonathan M.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 296
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.7 centimetres (0.37 kg
- Genre:
- Science, Medical, Public Health,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
A clear and insightful exploration of the anti-vaccination movement, from its 19th-century roots to modern-day activism. Vaccines have been a highly effective public health intervention, yet a vocal anti-vaccination movement persists. Jonathan Berman examines the phenomenon of anti-vaccination activism, tracing its history and claims, as well as strategies for countering them. He discusses the development of vaccines against polio and other diseases, and debunks debunked theories such as the link between the MMR vaccine and autism. The book also explores how anti-vaccination activists often use cultural identity to justify their views. Effective pro-vaccination efforts must address these cultural aspects, rather than simply battling misinformation on social media. This book offers a nuanced understanding of the anti-vaccination movement and provides practical advice for those seeking to counter its claims.
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