vaccinations
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A Controversial Ebola Vaccine May Get Its First Real World Test In Congo
In December, the headlines were euphoric: After a deadly West African Ebola epidemic two years ago, scientists had not only developed a vaccine, but it appeared to be 100 per cent effective. That effectiveness was quickly disputed — but now, as a new Ebola outbreak is rattling the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the vaccine…
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Victorian Premier Tells Anti-Vaxxers To ‘Please Go Away’
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews shared a post on Facebook yesterday detailing a new initiative that has resulted in an extra 500 pharmacists prepared to give flu shots this season. He had just two rules for anyone wishing to comment on the post: “If you have any questions about this flu shot, please ask away. If…
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Measles Has Officially Been Banished From The Americas
Endemic measles has officially been wiped out in the Americas. That means the only outbreaks that happen are those imported from abroad. It’s the first region in the world to achieve this certification, but the battle against measles is far from over. We’re looking at you, anti-vaxxers.
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Princesses, Slaves, And Explosives: The Scandalous Origins Of Inoculation
The history of inoculation may sound a little dry, but it’s really an epic tale of human trafficking, semi-illicit experimentation, and high explosives. It’s a globe-hopping story that stars harem girls, noblewomen, prisoners, princesses, slaves, and even a witch hunter.