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Feature Article — Dissecting Social Media: What You Should Know
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How can you tell which information on social media is valid and which is not? Find some simple tips for checking posts.
Vaccine News & Notes — August 2020
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Find questions and answers about COVID-19 and the vaccines. Download “Families and Vaccines: When Opinions Differ.” Check whether your family is up to date on vaccines during National Immunization Awareness Month.
Just the Vax Trivia Corner
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Which famous inventor wished he supported smallpox variolation after his son later died of the disease? Find out.
Feature Article: COVID-19 Has Put Everyone in a Front Row Seat to Science
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Science can be like a roller coaster. COVID-19 is showing all of us how.
Vaccine News & Notes — July 2020
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Find a new resource about catching up on vaccines during the pandemic. Download a copy of our updated tetanus and pertussis Q&A sheets. Find tips on how to avoid COVID-19-related scams and much more.
Vaccine News & Notes — June 2020
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Check out a new video series and biography page featuring Dr. Fauci, learn about our award-winning mobile app, and download our updated "Vaccines and Adults" booklet.
Feature Article — Bad Studies: Yes, They Exist. How Can You Identify Them?
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With thousands of scientific studies published every day, how can you tell which ones are done well and which are not? This feature article and video provide helpful resources.
Feature Article: Why Will It Take So Long to Make a Vaccine against COVID-19?
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Find out how long it takes to make a vaccine under normal circumstances and what may change in the process of making a COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccine News & Notes — May 2020
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Learn about a new book by Dr. Paul Offit. Participate in the Hilleman essay contest. Find out about some online games, and access COVID-19 resources.
Feature Article: Can Vaccines Cross the Blood-Brain Barrier?
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In this Science Made Easy video, Dr. Offit explains the importance of the blood-brain barrier in protecting the brain from infections caused by viruses and bacteria.