From Science to Scandal: The Impact of the Wakefield Studies on MMR Vaccine Acceptance

Alexandra Gagnon

doi:10.31542/s2bc7d91

From Science to Scandal

The Impact of the Wakefield Studies on MMR Vaccine Acceptance

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Alexandra Gagnon Student

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31542/s2bc7d91

Abstract

Vaccine hesitancy threatens the efficacy of immunization and public health. This paper provides an overview of the history and success of vaccine development, and the recent increase in vaccination conspiracies. Although vaccines have been proven effective, vaccine hesitancy is a complex phenomenon. The Wakefield studies is an example of how misinformation can cause lasting damage to public trust in vaccines and healthcare institutions. We can ensure that future generations remain protected from preventable diseases by approaching this issue with empathy and dispelling misinformation.

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Published

2023-12-22

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Crossing Borders

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Papers

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