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The Anti-Vaccine Movement

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The Vaccine Chronicles: Struggles and Triumphs

This chapter explores the societal impact of polio and the subsequent development of its vaccine, highlighting the fear and panic surrounding outbreaks in the late 1940s. It covers the Cutter Incident and its implications for vaccine safety, along with the rise of public skepticism and the emergence of the anti-vaccine movement. Through historical context, the chapter emphasizes the ongoing dialogue between parents and government regarding vaccine safety, revealing the complexities of public perception towards vaccinations.

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