As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, it's widely accepted that without a vaccine, life cannot go back to normal. But as it turns out, not everyone is on board. Over the last several years, an anti-vaccine movement has gained steam in the United States, with more and more people deciding to skip vaccines for themselves and their children. In this archive episode, Dr. Matthew Woodruff dives into the science and history behind vaccines and how we can better educate people on their value.

This episode originally aired on August 8, 2017.

For More on This Topic:

• Read Woodruff's brief, Why "Personal Belief" Vaccine Exemptions Place Many Vulnerable Americans at Risk
• Check out his former podcast, Audiommunity