Measles Is Beatable. Please Vaccinate Your Children.

The video discusses a measles outbreak in Washington, highlighting the unknown patient zero and the spread in public places. It provides statistics on measles risks, such as pneumonia and encephalitis, and explains the disease's high infectiousness with an R0 of 18. Historical data from 1963 shows the impact of measles before vaccines. The video emphasizes the importance of vaccination for herd immunity, especially in areas like Clark County with low vaccination rates. It concludes with a call to vaccinate children to prevent further spread.

What is herd immunity and why is it important in the context of measles vaccination?

What actions are recommended to combat the measles outbreak?