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Physician and global health expert, Peter Hotez, joins Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Paul Mecurio to discuss disease prevention, vaccine skepticism, the influence of Fox News on the anti-vaccine movement, challenges of discussing vaccines with skeptical family members, tribal forces at play in society, and the importance of public engagement in combating anti-science movements.
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- The anti-vaccine movement not only spreads false information about vaccines but also targets scientists, leading to a growing distrust in scientific institutions.
- The rise of anti-science conspiracies, fueled by the internet and traditional media platforms like Fox News, spreads misinformation and undermines public trust in scientific evidence.
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The damaging impact of anti-vaccine movements
One of the most shocking anti-science movements is the anti-vaccine movement, which denies the effectiveness and safety of vaccines. This movement not only spreads false information but also deprives people of essential public health interventions, leading to the unnecessary deaths of thousands of Americans. These movements target not only the science behind vaccines but also the scientists themselves, portraying them as enemies and contributing to a growing distrust in scientific institutions.
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