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The Battle Against the Needle: Unveiling the Philosophical and Militant Stance of Victorian Anti-Vaccination Movements

The Battle Against the Needle: Unveiling the Philosophical and Militant Stance of Victorian Anti-Vaccination Movements

In the late 18th and 19th centuries, the introduction of smallpox vaccination by Edward Jenner ignited a fierce debate in Victorian Britain, encapsulating a clash of medical innovation against deep-seated societal fears and beliefs. Jenner, despite his groundbreaking discovery, faced ridicule and skepticism from various quarters, including medical professionals and
Steven Alber