Measles Outbreak In Samoa Kills At Least 33, Prompting Help From CDC

The transcript discusses a severe measles outbreak in Samoa, affecting over 2600 people and resulting in 33 deaths, primarily among children under five. The outbreak was declared in October, leading to school closures and mandatory vaccinations. The virus spread from unvaccinated travelers from New Zealand. Samoa's vaccination rate dropped significantly due to anti-vaccine sentiment and a pause in the MMR program. Misinformation from anti-vaccine advocates exacerbated the situation. Globally, measles outbreaks are increasing, especially in areas with low vaccine coverage.

What impact did misinformation have on the vaccination efforts in Samoa?

What did the CDC state regarding the link between vaccines and autism?