#7: Falling for Media Scare Stories Without Knowing the Real Outbreak Data
In today's fast-paced world, media headlines are designed to grab attention—and they often do so by amplifying fears around diseases and outbreaks. It’s easy to get caught up in the panic, especially when it feels like a new health scare is around every corner. But without understanding how widespread an outbreak truly is or considering the long-term historical patterns, you may find yourself making decisions based on fear rather than facts.
That’s where many parents make their first mistake: relying on alarming headlines instead of accurate data.
At VaxCalc, we empower parents to cut through media scare stories by providing clear, reliable data. Our platform delivers historical graphic data spanning 25 years, showing how vaccine-targeted diseases like Pertussis have evolved.
In addition, we offer real-time insights, allowing you to compare the current number of cases across the US with:
- Track Outbreaks in Real-Time: See the current number of cases across the US.
- Week-by-Week Comparisons: Compare today's cases with last week's numbers and the week before that.
- Year-Over-Year Insights: See how today’s outbreak compares to the same date last year, helping you identify long-term trends.
And this is just the beginning—soon, we’ll be adding even more disease data to further empower you to make the best decisions for your child’s health.
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