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Vaccines
Coronavirus and Ebola Show We Can’t Leave Vaccine Development to Big Pharma
The Ebola vaccine saga is a classic example of how big pharma is motivated by profit, not the public good.
Patents Are Slowing the Development of a Coronavirus Vaccine
As researchers compete to develop a vaccine, we have no guarantee it will be affordable if it is patented.
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New and Old Vaccines Still Out of Reach for Many
The recent outbreak of yellow fever in Angola shows how diseases can return when gaps in vaccination programs grow.
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The Theory of “Herd Immunity”
The theory is the foundation for the mass vaccination campaigns around the world.
Measles, Merck and Fraud
The reason measles is spreading is because everyone just hasn't gotten vaccinated. So go out and get your MMR. Hey, there's no harm in it.
The Junk Science and Bad Faith Behind Colorado’s IUD Controversy
Opposition to IUDs, like opposition to vaccines, is putting American families at risk.
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Selective Outrage and Public Health: There Are Greater Dangers Than Anti-Vaxxers
Outrage at the public health threat posed by anti-vaxxers is necessary, but we also need to scrutinize Big Pharma.
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Inside the Vaccine War: Measles Outbreak Rekindles Debate on Autism, Parental Choice and Public Health
In recent years, a growing number of parents have opted not to have their children vaccinated, leading to an outbreak in California.
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Why There’s No Ebola Vaccine
“If you fit into the right market demographic and can afford to pay, you get the goods. If not, tough luck.”
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Judge Says Constitution Doesn’t Exempt Religious from Vaccinations
A Brooklyn judge upholds New York City's strict policies requiring children be vaccinated before attending public schools.