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Herd Immunity

Victor Healey

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Casa editrice: Publifye

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"Herd Immunity" explores the crucial public health concept where a sufficiently high proportion of a population is immune to an infectious disease, thereby protecting even those not immune. This book delves into the science behind how widespread vaccination can halt disease transmission, highlighting historical successes like the near-eradication of polio. Intriguingly, even with effective vaccines, achieving herd immunity faces contemporary challenges such as vaccine hesitancy and the spread of misinformation, threatening community-wide disease prevention. The book takes a balanced approach, clearly explaining complex topics like immunology and virology. It progresses from foundational principles of disease spread and vaccine mechanisms to analyzing historical disease control efforts and addressing modern obstacles posed by the anti-vaccine movement. Examining epidemiological data and public health strategies, the book emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and the public in promoting vaccination rates and safeguarding public health.
Disponibile da: 19/03/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 84 pagine.

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