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Covid spurred both public health advances and science skepticism


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Published in Science and Technology on Monday, March 24th 2025 at 20:02 GMT by TribLive   Print publication without navigation

  • One of the nation's most outspoken vaccine experts believes the U.S. is already forgetting a critical lesson reinforced during the covid-19 pandemic: Vaccines save lives. Dr. Peter Hotez said increased vaccine hesitancy,

The article from TribLIVE discusses the dual impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public health and scientific perception. It highlights how the crisis spurred significant advancements in public health, such as the rapid development of vaccines, increased telemedicine usage, and a broader understanding of infectious diseases. However, it also notes a rise in skepticism towards science, fueled by misinformation, political polarization, and the overwhelming amount of information and disinformation online. This skepticism has led to vaccine hesitancy, resistance to public health measures like mask-wearing, and a general distrust in scientific institutions. The piece reflects on how these conflicting outcomes have shaped public discourse and policy, with experts like Dr. Amesh Adalja from Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security commenting on the need for better communication strategies to rebuild trust in science.

Read the Full TribLive Article at:
[ https://triblive.com/news/health-now/covid-spurred-both-public-health-advances-and-science-skepticism/ ]

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