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Rubella Vaccine Pioneer Dr. Paul Parkman Passes Away at 91 – A Legacy Remembered

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Weedsport, NY – Renowned scientist Dr. Paul Parkman, who played a crucial role in developing the rubella vaccine, passed away at the age of 91. Dr. Parkman’s groundbreaking work in the field of immunization has left a lasting impact on public health worldwide. Throughout his career, Dr. Parkman was dedicated to eradicating diseases through vaccination. His contributions to the medical community, particularly in the fight against rubella, have saved countless lives and prevented widespread outbreaks. …

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Rubella Virus Pioneer Paul D. Parkman Passes Away at 91: His Legacy Lives On

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AUBURN, N.Y. – Paul D. Parkman, a prominent scientist known for his pivotal role in the identification of the rubella virus and the development of a vaccine to combat it in the 1960s, passed away on May 7 at the age of 91 at his residence in Auburn. Parkman’s groundbreaking work led to the significant reduction and near elimination of a disease known for causing severe birth defects and fetal death in many parts of …

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