The Checkup with Doctor Mike Asking The Uncomfortable Questions About Vaccines | Dr. Paul Offit
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Dec 18, 2024 
Dr. Paul Offit, a leading vaccine expert and director at the Vaccine Education Center, shares his insights on vaccine approval processes and public trust. He discusses the challenges of addressing vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, drawing on personal experiences with the rotavirus and COVID-19 vaccines. The conversation also touches on the ethics of health media, the importance of transparency in vaccine communication, and the impact of vaccine mandates in preventing outbreaks. Offit emphasizes the need for informed decision-making in healthcare.
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The Price of Innovation
- Scientific innovation always comes at a price.
- We must accept this and not expect to know everything immediately.
Science Needs Conscience
- Scientific innovation needs ethical oversight.
- Scientists like Shockley and Watson viewed science as a cure-all without moral considerations.
CRISPR Controversy
- Some scientists experimented with CRISPR on babies to prevent HIV.
- This upset the scientific community due to unknown long-term impacts and unnecessary risks.
