Title:
Vaccines / Noël Merino, book editor.
Author:
Merino, Noël.
Publication Information:
Detroit : Greenhaven Press, c2012.
Call Number:
RA638 .V33212 2012
Abstract:
"Each anthology is composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. This unique approach provides students with a concise view of divergent opinions on each topic. Extensive book and periodical bibliographies and a list of organizations to contact are also included"-- Provided by publisher.
"Vaccines: This series covers today's most current national and international issues and the most important opinions of the past and present. The purpose of the series is to introduce readers to all sides of contemporary controversies"-- Provided by publisher.
ISBN:
9780737756401
9780737756418
9780737761122
Series:
Introducing issues with opposing viewpoints
Introducing issues with opposing viewpoints.
Physical Description:
128 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 25 cm.
Contents:
Do vaccines do more harm than good? -- Should vaccinations be mandatory? -- How can vaccines be improved?
The harms of vaccines are widespread and underreported / The harms of vaccines are greatly outweighted by the benefits / There may be a link between vaccines and autism / There is no link between vaccines and autism / There is no conclusive evidence that flu vaccines work / Flu vaccines are safe and vital for public health / Parents need to follow mandatory vaccination requirements / Parents' freedom of conscience applies to vaccination / Health care workers should get the flu vaccine / The flu vaccine should not be mandatory for health care workers / Whether to get the H1N1 vaccine is a personal decision / Refusing to get the H1N1 vaccine is selfish / New technology is needed to eliminate flu vaccine shortages / A vaccine for all flu viruses is needed to avoid a flu pandemic / Mass vaccination efforts are problematic / More time and money should be invested in developing an AIDS vaccine / No more research money should be spent on an AIDS vaccine
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