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Sci Policy news — October 1, 2026

Publications tagged with Sci Policy published on October 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. SocietySci PolicyPublic HealthHealthcare

    Majority of Americans Reject Vaccine-Autism Link

    A recent poll has found that a majority of Americans, around 68%, do not believe that childhood vaccines cause autism. This is despite some skepticism expressed by officials in the Trump administration regarding certain vaccines. The poll, conducted by The Washington Post, asked respondents about the statement 'vaccines given to children for diseases like measles, mumps, and rubella cause autism'. Only 13% agreed with this statement, while 19% were unsure.
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  2. WorldMiddle EastChinaSci Policy

    India Warns Citizens Against Joining Russian Armed Forces

    The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India has issued multiple advisories warning Indian nationals against joining the Russian armed forces. The warnings come amid reports of Indians being recruited into the military, often lured by monetary benefits. The MEA cautions against giving up Indian citizenship and obtaining Russian passports for this purpose, stating that such actions expose individuals to mortal danger. The government has also warned about non-public entities recruiting foreign nationals for the Russian armed forces. It urges citizens to exercise due diligence and avoid unverified job offers. The government remains engaged with Russia to ensure the safety and early discharge of Indian nationals serving in its armed forces.
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