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·November 19, 2018

Does an ‘Echo Chamber’ of Information Impede Flu Vaccinations for Children?

Parents who refuse to vaccinate their children against the flu may be exposed to limited, or inaccurate, information that impedes their decision, researchers report. Read More

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·August 29, 2018

Russian Trolls and Bots Influence Vaccine Discussion on Twitter

Researchers report Russian trolls and bots are significantly involved in promoting discord and spreading false information about vaccines on Twitter. The study reports these accounts shared anti-vaccination messages 75% more than average Twitter users. Read More

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·August 25, 2018

More Than 50% of People in Britain, France and Italy Still Think There May Be a Link Between ASD and Vaccines

According to researchers, over 50% of people in some European countries still believe the myth that vaccines cause autism, despite the claim being widely discredited. A new paper looks at why so many people may still believe the vaccine-autism link is real. Read More

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·June 14, 2018

Online Information on Vaccines and Autism Not Always Reliable

Despite the fact papers continue to expose the misinformation linking vaccinations to autism, many people still believe there is a correlation between the two. Researchers found many people get misinformed advice from online resources with negative stances on vaccinations. While using search engines to find negative vaccine advice is common, researchers believe monitoring search results could be useful in identifying people and countries at greatest risk of vaccine misinformation. Read More

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·April 4, 2018

Behavioral Strategies More Effective Than Persuasion When Promoting Vaccinations

Researchers say vaccination campaigns focused on persuasion may not be effective. The study reports interventions focused on shaping patients' and parents' behavior may be more effective in promoting vaccinations. Read More

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·December 18, 2017

New Vaccine Technology Shows Promise as a Tool to Combat the Opioid Crisis

A new vaccine blocks the effects of heroin by preventing the drug from crossing the blood-brain barrier. Researchers believe the vaccine could be helpful in curbing the opioid epidemic. Read More

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·September 14, 2017

Study Investigates Vaccine and Oral Medication to Stop Alzheimer’s Years Before it Begins

Researchers are testing a new vaccine and oral medication that could delay or prevent Alzheimer's disease from developing in those with a genetic predisposition. Read More

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·May 15, 2017

More Than Half of Eligible US Travelers Skip Their Pre-Trip Measles Vaccine

Researchers say better adherence to vaccines is needed to help prevent measles epidemics occurring in the U.S. Read More

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·March 9, 2017

Parental Concerns Reduce Uptake of Flu Vaccines in Children

Disinformation and concern about vaccine safety appear to be negatively influencing parents when it comes deciding whether or not to vaccinate their children, a new study reports. Read More

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·January 25, 2017

‘Psychology Vaccine’ Could Help Immunize Public Against Fake News on Climate Change

While misinformation can cancel our accurate statements about climate change, researchers report that delivering a 'vaccine, or preemptive exposure, to fragments of misinformation may cancel out the negative false news and help preserve the facts. Read More