VAXOPEDIA

Fact Checking the Idea That Measles Was Never a Scary Disease

Vincent Iannelli, MD / February 25, 2024 / Ben Tapper, Brady Bunch, chiropractors, Disinformation Dozen, Joseph Molner, Lassie, measles deaths, Norman Lewak, Paul Offit, pre-vaccine era, Roald Dahl, Ronald Reagan

Some people may underestimate how dangerous measles can be, but the reality is far from benign. In the pre-vaccine era, measles caused 4-500 deaths annually in the US, with numerous complications like encephalitis and pneumonia. The disease still claims lives globally each year. Vaccines are crucial for protection, as measles has always been a serious, deadly illness.

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A One-Dose HPV Vaccine Schedule

Vincent Iannelli, MD / February 23, 2024 / ACIP, cervical cancer, HPV infections, hpv vaccine, HPV vaccine effectiveness, HPV Vaccine Work Group, one dose HPV vaccine schedule

The HPV vaccine has a rich history of advancements, leading to a potential shift to a one-dose schedule. Emerging evidence suggests that a single dose provides solid protection against cervical cancer, prompting consideration by organizations like the WHO. While further studies are ongoing, countries like Australia are already implementing this approach. The future of HPV vaccination looks promising.

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Is the MMR a Leaky Vaccine?

Vincent Iannelli, MD / February 23, 2024 / leaky vaccines, maternal immunity, measles deaths, misinformation, MMR vaccine, passive immunity, RFK Jr, vaccine myths, waning immunity

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. claims the MMR vaccine is “leaky,” suggesting waning immunity and lack of maternal protection. However, the vaccine provides robust, long-lasting immunity and passive immunity to infants. Kennedy’s vaccine misinformation has likely contributed to declining vaccination rates and increasing measles cases. His views are dangerous and should be ignored.

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Joseph Ladapo on the Florida Measles Outbreak

Vincent Iannelli, MD / February 22, 2024 / 2024 measles outbreaks, contagious, exemptions, Florida measles outbreak, Joseph Ladapo, quarantine

Joseph Ladapo, the Surgeon General in Florida, gets a lot wrong about measles, which could lead to an even bigger outbreak.

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