White Coat, Black Art

ENCORE: Taking on the anti-science movement

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Aug 30, 2024
Dr. Peter Hotez, a pediatrician and vaccine scientist at Baylor College of Medicine, warns of the escalating anti-science movement threatening public health. He discusses the aggressive nature of anti-vaccine sentiments and their political implications, highlighting the global impact on vaccination efforts. Social media plays a dual role, complicating the fight against misinformation. Hotez emphasizes the urgent need for action to prevent the resurgence of preventable diseases, while also noting advancements in vaccine technology as a beacon of hope.
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ANECDOTE

Hotez and Fauci Targeted

  • Peter Hotez, like Dr. Fauci, has faced death threats for pro-vaccine views.
  • This started after his 2018 book, "Vaccines Did Not Cause Rachel's Autism."
INSIGHT

Anti-science as Political Force

  • The anti-vaccine movement has become a political, anti-science enterprise.
  • This dangerous shift includes violence and online harassment.
ANECDOTE

Harassment Extends to Family

  • Hotez's family has endured stalking and online harassment.
  • Threats often include political references and sometimes Nazi symbols.
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