As an additional piece of information pertinent to the recently-reported rise of measles infections (linked to declines in uptake of the MMR vaccine) in the US and EU, a recent study by an American body has suggested that the debate surrounding the safety of child vaccinations is being deliberately manipulated by bots and trolls with foreign connections (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/aug/23/russian-trolls-spread-vaccine-misinformation-on-twitter). Apparent 'pro' and 'anti' material is posted seemingly with the intention of fuelling conspiracy theories in a manner not too dissimilar from that used to advance political views.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Friday, 24 August 2018
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