In an APPC white paper, biostatistician and Penn Professor Jeffrey Morris analyzes the U.S. vaccine safety monitoring system and offers ways to improve VAERS and other components.
Vaccination
Although Public Overwhelmingly Supports Hepatitis B Vaccine for a Newborn, Partisan Differences Exist
Most Americans would be likely to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine for a newborn, according to a new APPC survey.
Americans More Likely to Accept Guidance from AMA than CDC on Vaccine Safety
By a 2-1 margin, Americans are more likely to accept guidance on vaccine safety from the American Medical Association (AMA) than the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an Annenberg survey finds.
‘Mental Model’ Approach Shows Promise in Reducing Susceptibility to Misconceptions About mRNA Vaccination
Showing people a "mental model" of scientific concepts may help undercut vaccine-related misconceptions, according to new APPC research published in PNAS.
Public Not Highly Knowledgeable About Safety of MMR Vaccine or Risks of Getting Measles
An APPC survey finds public support of the MMR vaccine has declined since November 2024, and the public is confused about whether HHS Secretary RFK Jr. recommends the MMR vaccine.
Under Half in U.S. Would Recommend Some Routine Vaccinations During Pregnancy
APPC survey reveals a reluctance among the public to recommend that someone who is pregnant receive certain routine vaccinations.
Most Americans Favor MMR Vaccine Requirement for Public School
A 2025 Annenberg survey found that 70% of U.S. adults support an MMR vaccine requirement for healthy children to attend public school.
Public Knowledge High on Smoking and Alcohol Risks During Pregnancy
According to a new Annenberg Public Policy Center survey, most people are uncertain about which vaccinations are safe and recommended for pregnant people.