A collection of reputable resources on all things vaccination.
Reading
The Lancet Infectious Diseases on viral load and transmission
Potentially the largest cohort study supports the hypothesis that viral load is a significant pre-determinant of Covid-19 transmission.
Data from Israel indicates vaccination can reduce viral load
Early data from large-scale Covid-19 vaccination in Israel suggests a positive relationship between vaccination and reduced viral load. (Note this study is yet to be peer-reviewed).
Neutralizing antibody levels are highly predictive of immune protection from symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection
A study published by Nature Medicine showing a positive relationship between neutralization level and protection from SARS-CoV-2 infection.
How pandemics strengthen links between viruses and autoimmunity
Observations during and after pandemics help researchers learn how viral infections trigger a sustained immune attack in the body.
Listening
The Economist
- The Jab
A well-researched series from the Economist providing a global perspective on pandemic policy & economic impacts.
British Medical Journal (BMJ) - Talk Medicine
The British Medical Journal produces regular programmes balancing evidence-based thinking with practical insights with a UK focus. This episode explores data & decision-making underpinning the UK vaccination programme. Updated weekly.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
- LSHTM Viral
LSHTM focuses on the science behind public and global health, and solutions to improve health and health equity worldwide. 'Viral' focuses specifically on the Covid-19 pandemic.
BBC
- BBC Inside Science
A weekly programme that illuminates the mysteries and challenges the controversies behind the science that's changing our world.