The-1414h ago
Why don’t some people get vaccinated? It’s more complicated than you think
#Health #Vaccination #Vaccines #Influenza #Measles #HealthPolicy #MedicalResearch #HealthEquity #Trust #CommunityHealth #HealthAccess #Science #Immunization #PublicHealth
https://the-14.com/why-dont-some-people-get-vaccinated-its-more-complicated-than-you-think/
Why don’t some people get vaccinated? It’s more complicated than you think | The-14

Why some people skip vaccines goes beyond hesitancy. Explore how access, trust, health systems and structural barriers shape vaccination decisions today.

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Show threadAI6YR Ben1d ago

Meanwhile, in Utah, some health departments are not listing exposure sites to avoid embarrassing businesses. 🙄 (MAJOR outbreak in Utah right now)

Salt Lake Tribune: In Utah, here’s why some measles exposure sites never appear in public alerts

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/06/22/heres-why-not-every-utah-measles/

#measles #publichealth

In Utah, here’s why some measles exposure sites never appear in public alerts

A person who doesn’t know they are infected with measles may enter a business in Utah and unknowingly expose people they pass by or sit near — yet that business may never appear in public health alerts.

The Salt Lake Tribune
Show threadAI6YR Ben1d ago

Oooh, wow, the LAST release about measles in Maricopa County was a doozy. It's like a TOUR DE MEASLES

Locations:

Arizona Athletic Grounds
Pecan Lake Entertainment
Club Dance Recital
Hobby Lobby
Walgreens
In-N-Out Burger
Star Dance Competition
Chick-fil-A
Chili's Grill & Bar
Boba CuCue Bubble Tea House
Target
V's Barbershop
Fry's Food Store
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt

https://www.maricopa.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/3675

#measles #arizona #publichealth

Show threadAI6YR Ben1d ago

Maricopa County (AZ) Public Health

Maricopa County Reports 16th Measles Case of 2026, with Public Exposure

"...Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has confirmed one new measles case in a Maricopa County resident.

The total number of confirmed measles cases in Maricopa County this year has now reached 16, just under halfway through the year. This is significantly higher than the annual average of one case per year for the last 30 years. The continued spread of measles highlights the ongoing risk of local transmission during this outbreak, and the importance of vaccination and early symptom recognition...."

Public Exposure Site: "Sky Harbor Airport Terminal 4 Wednesday, June 17 6:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m"

https://www.maricopa.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/3726

#PHX #measles #publichealth #aviation #KPHX

Show threadAI6YR Ben1d ago

H/T to the public health folks in LA County who didn't just cookie cutter "blame international travelers" wording in this one.

"...As measles outbreaks continue to occur both in the United States and internationally, Public Health urges everyone in LA County to ensure they are fully protected from measles before traveling and take recommended precautions.

The most effective way to protect yourself and your family is with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine. Children 12 months and older are considered fully protected against measles after receiving two doses of the MMR vaccine. Infants who are older than 6 months and are traveling internationally or to domestic areas with ongoing measles outbreaks can get an early dose...."

#measles #publichealth

Show threadAI6YR Ben1d ago
Aha, this one from Phoenix. Curious if there will be a measles alert in Arizona, too. (not always) #measles
AI6YR Ben1d ago

LA County Public Health: June 24, 2026
Public Health Confirms Measles Case in LA County - Public Advised to Take Preventive Steps and Ensure Measles Protection

"...The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in a traveler who was infectious while traveling through Los Angeles County. People may have been exposed to measles at the Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and at least one other location in Los Angeles County. Potential exposure dates and times are listed below. This is the seventh case of measles reported by Public Health in 2026.

This traveler arrived on Southwest Airlines Flight 4245 at Gate A4 on June 17, 2026...."

http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/phcommon/public/media/mediapubhpdetail.cfm?prid=5366

#BUR #KBUR #aviation #measles #publichealth #LosAngelesCounty

LISTING OF DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRESS RELEASES

Bruce MacDonald2d ago

"So, measured against the definition the nation signed onto, this walks and quacks like endemic measles."

CIDRAP Op-Ed: Call it what it is—the US has lost its hold on measles elimination
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/measles/cidrap-op-ed-call-it-what-it-us-has-lost-its-hold-measles-elimination

#measles #InfectiousDiseases #endemic

CIDRAP Op-Ed: Call it what it is—the US has lost its hold on measles elimination

CIDRAP
Bruce Mirken3d ago

#Measles keeps spreading in #Utah. The #antivaxxers must be so proud, and I'm sure #RFKJr is thrilled. https://www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpolicy/publichealth/121854

#ImpeachRFKJr

Utah Marks a Year of Battling Measles, With No Clear End in Sight

Outbreaks will likely affect whether the U.S. can keep its measles-free designation

MedpageToday
🕯️Curious Magpie🕯️3d ago

I am not at all surprised Berkshire county is on this list 😡

"... The seven [Massachsetts] counties with kindergarten measles vaccination rates below the 95 percent needed for herd immunity are: Franklin (89.7 percent), Dukes (91.2 percent), Berkshire (92.6 percent), Nantucket (94.1 percent), Suffolk (94.2 percent), Hampden (94.2 percent), and Hampshire (94.8 percent) ..."

#measles #vaccines #massachusetts
https://commonwealthbeacon.org/health-care/as-measles-cases-rise-across-the-country-mass-legislators-face-a-decision-on-a-key-vaccine-bill/

As measles cases rise across the country, Mass. legislators face a decision on a key vaccine bill

As concern over the nationwide spread of measles grows, advocates for legislation intended to boost childhood vaccinations in Massachusetts have their fingers crossed that the bill, after being filed four times, will finally make it to passage this year.

CommonWealth Beacon