Antivax Misinformation Preys Upon Vulnerable Parents
A concerning trend has emerged over the last five years, with the number of kindergartners exempt from vaccines rising from 2.2 to 3.6 percent.
The reason behind this increase is not medical exemptions, but rather a combination of misinformation and the rise in conservative ideology.
Social media has played a significant role in spreading false information, influencing a rise in conservatism among young Americans, with ideologies ranging from alt-right beliefs to romanticized "trad-wife" lifestyles.
It has become increasingly challenging to avoid false information, as it saturates most social media platforms and even news sources.
Parents must remain diligent about being informed and not falling victim to misinformation.
Author's summary: Misinformation spreads among parents.
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