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Due to the current measles outbreak in Texas, the historian Stephenie Incorvaia has issued a warning about the potential repercussions of easing vaccination requirements. Incorvaia cited a similar occurrence in the Kennedys’ hometown of Meridian during the 1920s, when 13 children contracted measles, with two children dying a result. The repeal of mandatory vaccines was a major contributor to this outbreak, and Incorvaia emphasized the importance of carefully choosing which measures should be relaxed. While some parents have experienced issues with vaccines in the past, the benefits of vaccinations in preventing outbreaks cannot be overstated. The recent case of the measles outbreak in the United States, which has infected more than 465 people in 19 states, highlights the seriousness of the situation. Coincidentally, President Trump has been addressed by members of the medical and public health communities urging him to reiterate support for vaccines as they work to combat this outbreak. Despite the recent increase in vaccinations due to this outbreak, Incorvaia’s analysis serves as an important reminder about the potential consequences of relaxing requirements for mandatory vaccines.
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