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Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A June 2020 PMID 32457142

Prosocial polio vaccination in Israel.

Chad R Wells, Amit Huppert, Meagan C Fitzpatrick, Abhishek Pandey, Baruch Velan, Burton H Singer, Chris T Bauch, Alison P Galvani

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Mentions

20
Peak: 4 in Jun 2020
across 5 sources since May 2020

Extended reach

415,236
potential audience

Total likes

17,323

Video views

381,087

Mentions per month

May 2020 – May 2022

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • News6 articles
  • Facebook3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Reddit2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collection shows a balance between curiosity about vaccination disparities, such as the lower rates in Israel compared to Belgium, and skepticism exemplified by critical and dismissive tones like 'retrasados mentales' (mentally retarded) criticizing vaccination campaigns. The tone varies from analytical questions to disparaging remarks, which influences a moderate engagement and low perceived impact.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussion reflects a mix of perspectives, with some skepticism about vaccination efforts and some acknowledgment of the importance of public health initiatives.

InterestModerate interest

Most posts seem moderately interested, discussing vaccination rates and social dynamics, though some show stronger engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include questions about vaccination rates, implications of prosocial motives, and critical comments, indicating active participation.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall influence on public opinion appears limited, with some critique and curiosity, but no clear evidence of transformative effects.

Abstract in brief

  • Regions with low vaccination rates pose a risk to global poliomyelitis eradication, as seen in Israel's 2013 polio detection despite being polio-free since 1988.
  • The Israeli Ministry of Health initiated a campaign to vaccinate children with the oral polio vaccine (OPV) to reduce disease transmission.
  • Research reveals that vaccination behavior during this campaign was influenced by prosocial motives, but there are challenges due to individuals prioritizing self-interest, highlighting the need for communication strategies to address vaccine fears and misconceptions.
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Luc Aerts
@Luketheduke1960 · X

@kimvaneck1 @Patrici43397241 @Senser1405 @vanranstmarc Ha OK. Neen, dat weet ik niet. Het valt me wel op dat slechts een dikke 70% in Israel gevaccineerd is tegen polio, terwijl dit in Belgie bvb 95% is. Hoe zou dat volgens jou komen ? Bij de Arabische bevolking in Israel is het zelfs het hoogste. Raar he ? https://t.co/JCiJ5M6Sok https://t.co/YOMhSRp0tF

Mar 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,323 followers View post →
Ken Gusler
@kgusler · X

Prosocial polio vaccination in Israel - https://t.co/DNaRob0KGc

Jun 1, 2020 · 20,041 followers View post →
Camilo ATP V0305
@CuecaLabs · X

https://t.co/vL6QkZcGC1 En pocos días. Millones de retrasados mentales correrán a aplicar un "novedoso" protector Prosocial, contra la "polio", contra cualquier otro juego adecuadamente propuesto. Los muñequitos de este juego eran la siguiente generación.

Mar 11, 2022 · 4,913 followers View post →
Niclas Berggren
@Nonicoc · X

Prosocial polio vaccination in Israel https://t.co/WBWBZiqmLh

Jun 1, 2020 · 3,245 followers View post →
Post-Polio News (ppn)
@postpolionews · X

#OpenAccess: Prosocial polio vaccination in #Israel | @PNASNews https://t.co/6F3J8Fk0bM #EndPolio #Polio #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #prosociality @WHO_Europe @UNICEFIsrael https://t.co/dDWz0EaOW8

Jun 9, 2020 · 2,305 followers View post →
Post-Polio News (ppn)
@postpolionews · X

#OpenAccess: Prosocial polio vaccination in #Israel | PNAS @PNASNews https://t.co/LGeXwx2COS #EndPolio #Polio #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth @WHO_Europe @UNICEFIsrael @UNICEFpolio https://t.co/huwZdhHjcR

May 29, 2020 · 2,305 followers View post →

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Luc Aerts
@Luketheduke1960 · X

@kimvaneck1 @Patrici43397241 @Senser1405 @vanranstmarc Ha OK. Neen, dat weet ik niet. Het valt me wel op dat slechts een dikke 70% in Israel gevaccineerd is tegen polio, terwijl dit in Belgie bvb 95% is. Hoe zou dat volgens jou komen ? Bij de Arabische bevolking in Israel is het zelfs het hoogste. Raar he ? https://t.co/JCiJ5M6Sok https://t.co/YOMhSRp0tF

Mar 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,323 followers View post →
Camilo ATP V0305
@CuecaLabs · X

https://t.co/vL6QkZcGC1 En pocos días. Millones de retrasados mentales correrán a aplicar un "novedoso" protector Prosocial, contra la "polio", contra cualquier otro juego adecuadamente propuesto. Los muñequitos de este juego eran la siguiente generación.

Mar 11, 2022 · 4,913 followers View post →
Post-Polio News (ppn)
@postpolionews · X

#OpenAccess: Prosocial polio vaccination in #Israel | @PNASNews https://t.co/6F3J8Fk0bM #EndPolio #Polio #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #prosociality @WHO_Europe @UNICEFIsrael https://t.co/dDWz0EaOW8

Jun 9, 2020 · 2,305 followers View post →
PublicKnows.com
@KnowsPublic · X

Prosocial polio vaccination in Israel [Population Biology] https://t.co/HGdOzYKMvK

Jun 5, 2020 · 17 followers View post →
Ken Gusler
@kgusler · X

Prosocial polio vaccination in Israel - https://t.co/DNaRob0KGc

Jun 1, 2020 · 20,041 followers View post →
Niclas Berggren
@Nonicoc · X

Prosocial polio vaccination in Israel https://t.co/WBWBZiqmLh

Jun 1, 2020 · 3,245 followers View post →
Post-Polio News (ppn)
@postpolionews · X

#OpenAccess: Prosocial polio vaccination in #Israel | PNAS @PNASNews https://t.co/LGeXwx2COS #EndPolio #Polio #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth @WHO_Europe @UNICEFIsrael @UNICEFpolio https://t.co/huwZdhHjcR

May 29, 2020 · 2,305 followers View post →