Vaccine Update Newsletter: March 2024
Vaccine Resources: WHO Report on Disinformation and Cyberattacks During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Check out a detailed report by the World Health Organization on the effects of two threats that compounded the COVID-19 pandemic: cyberattacks on health infrastructure and disinformation campaigns.
Technically Speaking: It’s About Time
Do you encounter parents who are concerned about the “newness” of a vaccine or find yourself having to explain changes to vaccine recommendations? Find useful tools about vaccine development and timeline questions.
In the Journals: RSV Vaccine During Pregnancy and Risk of Preterm Birth
Read about Pfizer’s and GSK’s RSV vaccine trials in pregnant people and why only Pfizer submitted their vaccine for review.
On the Bookshelf — "2023 Nobel Prize Summit: Truth, Trust, and Hope"
Published by the National Academy of Sciences, this report offers important context and considerations for communicating about health- and science-related topics in today’s environment.
News & Views: Public Perceptions of Science and Their Role in Health Decision-Making
Check out three publications for insights into what the public thinks about science, how the COVID-19 pandemic changed the situation, and how these perceptions can influence health-related decision-making.