The Ethics and Epistemology of Vaccine Hesitancy

The Ethics and Epistemology of Vaccine Hesitancy

Philosophy,
Ethics and moral philosophy,
Sociology

Philosophers have long discussed the ethical and epistemological issues raised by vaccines, but issues have assumed new significance since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. This volume focuses on vaccine hesitancy as a case of deep overlap of ethics and epistemology. Vaccine hesitancy stems from a range of concerns, many of which are fuelled by conspiracy theories, misunderstandings about vaccine technology, or misconceptions about scientific research. While some grounds for vaccine hesitancy are clearly irrational, other concerns appear more reasonable.

Sven Bernecker,
Tom Sorell

https://library.oapen.org/bitstream/handle/20.500.12657/117091/9781040588482.pdf?sequence=1

Taylor & Francis

2026

Mustabsyirah

Creative Commons

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