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Book Review:
The Panic Virus: A true story of medicine, science and fear
By Seth Mnookin (Simon & Schuster)
When it comes to the two most frequently asked questions about vaccines, people want to know if these products cause autism, and if the vaccine prescribed is mercury-free.
The Panic Virus is a meticulously researched book, and an excellent resource tJiat will aid community pharmacists in answering these questions by providing detailed and accurate background information.
The author begins by recounting the story of one family who followed the advice of a "non-traditional" health practitioner. They were advised to postpone vaccination of their three-yearold child with almost tragic consequences. Moreover, the...