Navigating Vaccine Attitudes and Public Health Challenges

This chapter examines the intricate attitudes towards vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the divisions created by labeling individuals as anti-vaxxers. It critiques the effectiveness of public health messaging, addressing the concerns of different demographic groups and the role of media in shaping perceptions. The discussion highlights the challenges posed by misinformation, the complexities of herd immunity, and the urgent need for nuanced communication in public health practices.