Measles Outbreak and Vaccine Safety

SOURCE www.cnn.com
The ongoing measles outbreak has risen to 258 cases across Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. Health officials are urging people to get vaccinated. US Health Secretary Kennedy Jr. downplayed the safety of the vaccine but experts agree that the vaccine provides lifelong immunity against measles.

Key Points

  • Experts agree that the vaccine provides lifelong immunity against measles.
  • The ongoing measles outbreak is driven by unvaccinated individuals.
  • Vaccine-induced immunity is safe and effective in preventing measles.
  • Measles infection can have serious complications including hospitalization, pneumonia, and even death.

Pros

  • Vaccination is effective in stopping the spread of measles.
  • Two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective against measles.
  • Vaccine-induced immunity provides long-lasting protection against the virus.

Cons

  • Some misinformation about vaccines and measles spread by US Health Secretary Kennedy Jr.
  • Natural immunity from getting measles comes with serious risks.
  • Misinformation about adverse events related to the MMR vaccine.