I can't believe I finally get to say this. But, now that the virtual "ink" is drying… My book with Oxford Univ. Press "Anti-Scientific Americans" is scheduled for release in Fall '24 (exact date TBD)! This project means so much to me & I can't wait to share it with you.

A question I keep coming back to about RFK Jr.: Could a polarizing pick for HHS Sec actually help depolarize public health? My latest for @voxdotcom, with insights from @matt_motta, @OberlanderUNC, @jayvanbavel, and @hlanthorn

Quantifying the prevalence and determinants of respiratory syncytial virus (#RSV) #vaccine #hesitancy in US adults aged 60 or older https://t.co/Zy5nZkkfaR @matt_motta

A second Trump administration threatens to take the "public" out of "public health." So many thoughtful reflections here from BUSPH faculty and students. (Opinions are mine -- not necessarily that of my employer). https://t.co/SnDRggbSCX

I talked about my book "Anti-Scientific Americans" with @boston25, and why I'm afraid that attacks on the scientific community may make us less prepared to combat major health, environmental, and other policy challenges. https://t.co/izcytLeLy7

Science skeptics often co-opt the *language* of science (e.g., peer-reviewed studies) in order to debunk it. I argue that this Pseudo-Scientific Revolution sews doubt by drawing a distinction between "fake" (credentialed) and "real" (fringe) science. https://t.co/VvHFY7Y2AJ

Polis' views are extreme, disguised as moderate. When people choose not to vax. for *non-med.* reasons, they increase the chance that diseases mutate & infect. That's a problem for all of us; esp. those who can't vax. for med reasons. Mandates put the "public" in public health.

Because I'm already seeing this point bubble up... RFK Jr wasn't picked to lead HHS in spite of his inexperience and disdain for sci. experts. He was picked *because* of them. Anti-intellectualism is a feature, not a bug, of Trumpism. https://t.co/YDaSN1DHls

when to expect swing state results (could take days)

On RFK Jr. and vaccines: DASHA: Do you think banning certain vaccines might be on the table? TRUMP: Well I'm going to talk to him and talk to other people, and I'll make a decision, but he's a very talented guy and has strong views.

Happy "Day That All of My Clocks Now Tell the Correct Time" to those who celebrate ⏰ 🎉

🚨Updated WP: We add analyses showing that the "vibe shift" coincided with increased donations to Dems up/down ballot, and provide new data the normative democratic implications of increased electoral enthusiasm. Available here! 👇 https://t.co/KqHXKIl3Oq

The first presidential debate and the subsequent change in the Democratic nominee moved national polling. Every other story seemed politically inconsequential.

Public health is (quite literally) on the ballot in 2024. Really enjoyed chatting with @PubHealthPost podcast -- and learning from Rep. @MarjorieDecker -- about the health policy consequences of the upcoming election. https://t.co/pmmqd4Gax6

I'll be presenting this and some of our other vaccine promotion work (see preprint below) TODAY at #SMDM24 at 4:25pm in the Metcalf Lounge at @BU_Tweets. Hope to see you there! https://t.co/xYG5edVcMV

My book Anti-Scientific Americans shows that the type of anti-intellectual rhetoric we see all too often on the campaign trail has dangerous policy consequences. Today in @sciam, I argue that stimulating sci. interest can help restore faith in experts. https://t.co/79yVu9ytu7

“My child is completely fine.” Your child’s browser looks like this:

NEW WP: Regret motivates vax. behavior change. Exposure to "reversal narrative" messages emphasizing why hospitalized RSV patients regret not vaccinating is associated with increased vax. uptake intentions. With: @THCallaghan @JenCornacc @david_yokum https://t.co/pZCn5ZZol9

NEW from SVPP 💉 We provide new evidence that negative views toward to the COVID-19 vaccine may be motivating anti-vaccine legislating across state houses. More below! With: @THCallaghan https://t.co/TS8HSNuS1P

Trump on RFK Jr: "I'm gonna let him go wild on health. I'm gonna let him go wild on the foods. I'm gonna let him go wild on the medicines."

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