Whooping Cough Resurgence and Vaccination Importance

Dr. Ari Brown and Dr. Julie Boom join host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to break down what’s behind the dangerous resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases like measles and whooping cough. They discuss the growing spread of misinformation—even within federal health agencies—and share the facts parents need to know, so they can protect their kids. You’ll hear why community immunity matters, how to separate fact from fiction in today’s confusing health landscape, what’s changed with immunization schedules and why you can continue to trust pediatricians for vaccine recommendations. For resources go to healthychildren.org/podcast.