Measles outbreaks in Europe pose a risk for international travelers. Unvaccinated individuals can start outbreaks in the US, and travelers may bring home the disease. With cases surging in Europe, it’s crucial to ensure vaccination before travel. Even non-travelers should consider vaccination due to the rising measles threat.
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The MMR vaccine has saved countless lives, despite misinformation from anti-vaxxers. Studies show it has prevented millions of deaths worldwide, with a significant impact around the world. Measles deaths decreased by 82%, and will certainly increase again if vaccination rates drop. And the vaccine’s undeniable benefits extend beyond measles protection.
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Rising measles cases can be attributed to low immunization rates and vaccine hesitancy. In 2019, 19.8 million infants missed the first dose of the measles vaccine. Countries with low vaccination coverage, such as Nigeria, DRC, and India, experienced major outbreaks. Addressing vaccine confidence and ensuring universal vaccination is crucial to prevent further outbreaks and deaths.
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Do you remember the measles epidemic on Samoa? Seems like some folks need to be reminded about what happened… Remember the Measles Epidemic on Samoa So what happened? Tragically, two young children died very shortly after getting their routine MMR vaccines in July 2018. The cause? A mixup between the vaccine diluent and a powerful
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