public health

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Public health experts say that while measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. two decades ago, gaps in vaccination coverage have allowed the virus to resurface.

From Salon

But some public health officials in the U.S. point to such models as examples of how consistent messaging and access can prevent outbreaks.

From Salon

“One of the triumphs of 20th century medicine is that vaccines have significantly reduced infant and childhood mortality, along with other public health measures, and immunization is one of the strongest public health measures we have,” Dr. Gowtham said.

From Salon

Dr Simon Williams, who researches psychology and public health at Swansea University, says there are issues with the "current language around every winter being 'the worst' in some way or another" and risks a "cry wolf" effect that damages trust and means people become "numb" to the advice.

From BBC

Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg, the acting director of FDA’s drugs division, told the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention earlier this month that the Danish schedule of vaccines might increase trust in public health measures by focusing on the “core” childhood vaccines.

From The Wall Street Journal