“All manner of ills”: The features of serious diseases attributed to vaccination (original) (raw)

The anti-vaccination movement has been fueled by various claims attributing serious diseases to vaccines, often lacking strong scientific support. This analysis examines the features of such diseases and the societal perceptions surrounding them, demonstrating that attributions of harm are influenced more by societal attributes and inherent anxieties rather than by firm scientific causal links. It highlights the need for health professionals and public health advocates to engage with these concerns respectfully and transparently to foster trust and encourage vaccination.