Opinion | My Child Died of Measles

If more people had gotten the vaccine, she might still be here.

The New York Times
More Texas kindergarteners are coming to school without measles vaccination proof or exemptions

In school districts and charter networks with the most vaccine delinquencies, as many as 44% of kindergarteners were not complying with state requirements.

Houston Public Media

“we have squandered that designation, putting a new generation of children at risk. Unnecessarily, one must add, because the #measlesvaccine is safe and effective.

But it’s only effective if it’s administered.

In our brave new world, where disinformation, distrust and conspiracy theories are common currency, the number of vaccinated children is falling steadily.” https://med-mastodon.com/@picardonhealth/115251287088283541

André Picard (@[email protected])

How a single measles case became 5,000 – and the lessons not learned https://www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/0fc7a92385de9724e4533f6e01e0526efa518711c6e6b64f18358982ae6c4071/UQN5AHMZW5BAHAVKJL2B55SKHM

Med-Mastodon
Should provinces’ measles vaccine schedules be harmonized? Experts weigh in
Each province’s vaccine schedule has evolved based on the patterns and distribution of disease in a population, said Dr. Arlene King.
#health #vaccine #policy #Canada #measles #measlesvaccine
https://globalnews.ca/news/11340456/measles-vaccine-schedules-canada-harmonization/

#NorthernHealth #measlesvaccine uptake triples amid outbreak https://energeticcity.ca/2025/07/24/measles-vaccinations-uptake-in-northeast-triples-amid-outbreak-says-northern-health/ “Between June 13th and July 23rd, Northern Health has immunized 703 people against measles in the Northeast Health Service Delivery Area, which covers from Prince George to Fort Nelson.

It said this more than three times the number as in the same time period in 2024. “

Northern Health measles vaccine uptake triples amid outbreak

Northern Health is reporting successes in vaccinating northeast B.C. residents against measles amid a national outbreak in 2025.

Energeticcity.ca
Measles isn’t just dangerous – it may erase your immune system | The-14

Measles can erase immune memory, leaving kids vulnerable to many diseases. Vaccination prevents this, offering protection beyond just measles.

The-14 Pictures
Measles Cases Hit the Highest Number in 33 Years. Do You Need a Measles Vaccine Booster?

The number of measles cases in the US has risen to a record level. Learn how to protect yourself.

CNET
A Galveston boy needed protection from measles. The vaccine cost $1,400

There are guardrails in the U.S. health system intended to prevent recommended vaccines from being prohibitively expensive. They did not help the Nguyen family.

Houston Public Media
Measles surge boosts support for mandatory school vaccines: poll
Polling by Angus Reid shows support for mandatory childhood measles vaccination has jumped over the past year, yet one in five parents remain hesitant or opposed.
#health #vaccine #school #Canada #measles #measlesvaccine
https://globalnews.ca/news/11203019/measles-surge-boosts-support-for-mandatory-school-vaccines-poll/