Measles Outbreak
Measles Outbreak in Los Angeles County: Five New Cases Confirmed
Health officials said four residents were "exposed to an unimmunized, international visitor who was infectious with measles."
Public Gatherings Banned as Samoa's Measles Crisis Continues
A state of emergency was declared in Samoa this week as the country continues to battle a measles crisis that's claimed 20 lives to date.
This Type of Person Is More Likely to Have Anti-vax Tendencies
The study comes as 1,215 people have been diagnosed with measles due to an outbreak in the U.S.
Flight Attendant Dies after Contracting Measles on Plane from New York
The El Al staff member fell ill on a flight in March and died five months later.
Vaccines Matter: Why Legislators Should Limit Exemptions
Some states are considering legislation that would make it easier to seek an immunization exemption. This is a step in the wrong direction.
U.S. Measles Cases Hit 27-Year High Just Five Months Into 2019, CDC Says
704 of this year's cases were reported from January 1 to April 26, which means 277—over a quarter of the number of cases reported to date—have surfaced in the last five weeks.
To Stop Spread of Measles, We Must Slay the Three-Headed Anti-Vax Monster
The anti-vaccine lobby has only grown more powerful as measles spreads across the U.S. Unless congressional action is taken, other vaccine-preventable diseases are likely to rise.
Do You Need the Measles Vaccine?
"Sometimes, it is easier to just get a dose of the vaccine if you're unsure of your immunity level," Dr. Johan Bester, vaccine expert with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, told Newsweek.
Wrong ZIP In NYC Health Commissioner's Vaccine Order
Those who fail to obey the vaccination order face a fine of up to $1,000.
Where Can You Get the Measles Vaccine?
Those who don't comply and can't prove their immunity could be fined $1,000.
NYC Health Officials Mandate Vaccines in Brooklyn
There have been nearly 300 cases of measles in one neighborhood since the outbreak began.
The Real Victims of Anti-Vaxxer Fake Medical Exemptions
We need to protect the most vulnerable: babies, people with cancer, transplant recipients, and children for whom the vaccine does not confer immunity.
Who Is Ethan Lindenberger? Teen Testifying for Senate
"God knows how I'm still alive," Lindenberger wrote on Reddit.
Amazon Yanks Anti-Vax Documentaries
A plethora of other materials peddling anti-vax theories were still available as of Saturday.
Russian Trolls Promoted Anti-Vaccination Propaganda
The same Russian trolls who attempted to provoke racial tensions and influence the outcome of the 2016 presidential election were also responsible for spreading propaganda against vaccinations.
Measles Outbreak Threatens Indigenous Yanomami People
"Urgent medical care is the only thing standing between these communities and utter devastation."
Are You in an Anti-vax Hotspot?
"New foci of antivaccine activities are being established in major metropolitan areas, rendering select cities vulnerable," researchers reported.
Measles Cases Reported at O'Hare and Newark Airports
The disease can take three weeks to show symptoms.
Measles Outbreak: Yes, That's Why There's a Vaccine
A study suggests even a 5 percent decline in MMR vaccine adherence could spark a measles outbreak in the U.S.
Measles Eradicated From the Americas
Measles is the fifth vaccine-preventable disease to be eliminated from the Americas, but being declared disease-free doesn't mean measles will never surface again.
Most Kindergartners Are Vaccinated in U.S., but Not Enough, Says CDC
"Herd immunity" still isn't statistically achievable in small pockets of the country, according to a new report from the CDC.
California Governor Signs Vaccine Exemption Law
Parents in the state can no longer use religious and philosophical reasons as grounds for forgoing immunizations for their child.
California Bans Religious and Philosophical Vaccine Exemptions for Schoolchildren
Home-schooled children are still permitted to forgo immunization.
California Close to End Vaccine Exemptions
"The science is clear: Vaccines are safe and efficacious."
Toddler Dies From Measles in Berlin
Berlin is experiencing its worst measles outbreak since 2001.
Republicans, Democrats Agree On Measles Vaccine Safety
83 percent of Americans think the measles vaccine is safe.
Dear Anti-Vax Parents: We're Not Mad At You
You have been duped and misled, explains a doctor.
Measles Vaccine: Whose Rights Are At Risk?
Even libertarians should support giving officials powers to control against disease by quarantine and vaccination.
California Measles Outbreak Jumps to 59 Cases
An outbreak that started just before Christmas has now infected dozens.