BSC 2347 Vaccines & Science Discussion
BSC 2347 Vaccines & Science Discussion
BSC 2347 Vaccines & Science Discussion
The creation and implementation of vaccinations is one of
healthcare’s greatest achievements. Vaccinations have saved countless lives and
prevented the development of debilitating and life-threatening diseases such as
polio, rubella, mumps, pertussis, and measles.
Despite the success and benefits vaccinations bring to
public health, there has been a growing anti-vaccination trend with claims that
vaccinations are dangerous and/or unnecessary. Research the claims and concerns
anti-vaccination groups have and determine if there is any scientific validity
to this information. Also, research current scientific literature on
vaccinations and their overall benefits/risks to public health. Remember to use
valid and credible references.
As an individual entering into a healthcare profession, you
will need to be able to interact with patients about this issue. In your post,
address the following questions:
How would you address a patient’s concerns, fears, and/or
worries about vaccinations?
What scientific research would you utilize in your conversations
about the benefits and need for vaccinations?
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Vaccines are among the most significant achievements in public health. Since 1924, childhood vaccinations have prevented more than 100 million cases of serious disease.
All vaccines used in the US are required to go through extensive safety testing before they are licensed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or recommended for widespread use.
After a vaccine is licensed, FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) work with healthcare professionals to monitor the safety of vaccines, including any adverse events, especially rare events not identified in pre-licensure study trials. There are four systems in place in the US to monitor the safety of vaccines after they are licensed and used among the public. These systems can monitor known side effects and detect rare side effects that may not have been identified during clinical trials.
One of the systems used to monitor the post-licensure safety of vaccines in the US is the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS). VAERS accepts reports from healthcare professionals, vaccine manufacturers, and the general public and receives more than 25,000 reports per year, compared with millions of vaccine doses administered.
NFID developed a #ShotOfScience campaign to share tools and resources on the history and science of vaccines. Campaign materials include sample social media posts and animated graphics.
For more information about how vaccines are developed, approved, manufactured, and added to the US Recommended Immunization Schedule, view the CDC infographic, The Journey of Your Child’s Vaccine.
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has also compiled extensive information about vaccine safety.