It seems to be now recognised that the anti-vaccination message, carried on platforms like Facebook, are gaining traction and could put lives at risk in the event of a vaccine being developed for Covid-19 (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/jul/14/hancock-anti-vaccine-myths-on-facebook-put-lives-at-risk). It is claimed that the 'antivaxx message' is largely funded by only 2 shadowy organisations. Quite a high number of people might now refuse an injection. This suggests that the chances of a population developing 'herd immunity' (if this is ,in any sense, possible), would be negligible. The situation is, I feel, unlikely to be improved by simply talking nicely to Nick Clegg.
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.
Wednesday, 15 July 2020
Sponsored Ignorance?
It seems to be now recognised that the anti-vaccination message, carried on platforms like Facebook, are gaining traction and could put lives at risk in the event of a vaccine being developed for Covid-19 (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/jul/14/hancock-anti-vaccine-myths-on-facebook-put-lives-at-risk). It is claimed that the 'antivaxx message' is largely funded by only 2 shadowy organisations. Quite a high number of people might now refuse an injection. This suggests that the chances of a population developing 'herd immunity' (if this is ,in any sense, possible), would be negligible. The situation is, I feel, unlikely to be improved by simply talking nicely to Nick Clegg.
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