The Anti-Vaccine Debate: A Historical Perspective

This special edition of ICHH Weekly compiles the complete Anti-Vax America series by guest host Steven Monacelli.

- Viral Texas

- Anti-Vax Genealogy

- God's Will

- Soft Eugenics

- Could It Happen Here?

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