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This podcast discusses the origins of the anti-vaccine movement, tracing it back over 200 years to the time of smallpox. It explores the racial dynamics of disease perception, battles between public health authorities and anti-vaccinationists, and the influential figures shaping the movement. The history of compulsory vaccination and resistance is also explored, highlighting its impact on society and vaccination rates. The speakers wrap up with a discussion about their webcomic, social media, and merchandise.
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- The anti-vaccine movement gained momentum in the late 1800s and early 1900s, fueled by concerns over side effects, freedom of choice, and distrust of mainstream medical science.
- Early anti-vaxxers had legitimate concerns about vaccine effectiveness and safety, driven by personal experiences and a distrust of mainstream medicine, but their opposition to vaccination resulted in deadly outbreaks.
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The history and dangers of the anti-vaccine movement
The anti-vaccine movement is not new and has been around for over 200 years. It started with the smallpox vaccine, which was a crucial development in modern Western medicine. However, the movement gained momentum in the late 1800s and early 1900s, fueled by concerns over the side effects and politicized views of vaccines. Anti-vaxxers argued for freedom of choice and questioned the credibility of doctors and mainstream medical science. The movement spread through literature, riots, and even fake vaccination scars. The lack of vaccination led to deadly outbreaks, highlighting the importance of vaccines for public health.
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