The Catavento Museum opens an exhibition on the history of vaccines. Free entry on Tuesdays SP guide

The temporary exhibition is open to the public “Vaccines: a win-win for everyone”At the Catavento Museum in São Paulo. 😉

The exhibition, which lasts for 8 months, consists of several paintings that talk about her How vaccines fought deadly diseases in the past, in addition to their development over the decades. Visitors can also check data on death rates from different periods, as well as interesting facts about the different types of vaccines created over time.

The exhibition begins with the painting “A world without vaccines”, which deals with the devastating consequences of diseases that were once incurable or fatal. Shortly after, visitors will be able to see Data and comparisons about mortality rates at different timesWhile highlighting the positive impact of vaccines in protecting human life.

in “Attack of microorganisms”It is possible to explore the evolution and nature of viruses and bacteria, and understand their ability to spread and cause harm to human health.

The exhibition will also celebrate critical milestones in the history of vaccines, highlighting… “The first immunity in history and the first vaccine”. The panel highlights the first attempts at immunization in ancient times and the first successes in the modern era, with an emphasis on the history of the discovery of the smallpox vaccine.

Explore the different types of vaccines, painting “Types of vaccines” It will provide information on the different methods and techniques used to create effective fortifications. Visitors will discover how these different vaccines protect against a wide range of diseases by strengthening our immune systems.

In the unit “How does the attenuated virus vaccine work?”It will be presented through animated holograms, Vaccine development processes with attenuated viruses and how the immunization process occurs. This unit will also feature a “hands-on” interactive panel where visitors will interact with models of cells, viruses and vaccines to implement the mechanisms of vaccine immunization in a fun and interactive way.

The exhibition will also address an important topic of the moment: “Fake news that kills”. Visitors will be alerted to the spread of misinformation about vaccines and their impact on public health, while highlighting the importance of education and awareness in combating misinformation.

painting “National Immunization Programme” It will showcase coordinated efforts by governments and institutions to ensure equitable access to effective vaccines.

in “Collective Charter for Life”the audience will be invited to think about one importance, where through a group game they will understand the individual and collective role in protecting the life of the entire community.

Finally, “Be a guardian of your health”. There, visitors are invited to get vaccinated and access – via a QR code – vaccination calendars for different age groups and groups. 😄

Vaccines: a win-win

• 🗓️ when? Until June 2024
• 📍where? Catavento Museum | Avenida Mercurio, s/n – Parque Dom Pedro II, Centro
• 💲how much? R$15 (full) R$7.50 (half) | On Tuesdays, admission is free
• ℹ️ More information on the website