Measles encephalitis is devastating children in South Carolina, causing irreversible brain damage and developmental delays that will haunt these kids for life. This preventable tragedy stems directly from plummeting vaccination rates, with 93% of cases hitting unvaccinated individuals while the safe, 97% effective MMR vaccine sits unused.
The measles outbreak highlights a crisis of public trust that existed before the current administration, stemming from poor COVID-era policies, inconsistent messaging, and extended mandates. Although the CDC continues to recommend MMR vaccines, many parents remain hesitant. This hesitation is understandable, given the lack of genuine informed consent and open discussions about the risks involved. The narrative often places blame on concerned parents instead of addressing the reasons why trust has been so severely undermined by constant pressure regarding vaccinations.
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