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Why Measles Is Resurging—And The Rise Of Vaccine Hesitancy, with Adam Ratner

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The Impact of Vaccine Mandates: A Case Study from Texarkana

This chapter examines the effects of vaccine mandates on public health through the lens of a major measles outbreak in 1970 in Texarkana, revealing significant differences in vaccination rates between Texas and Arkansas. It stresses the importance of ongoing investment in public health initiatives and innovative monitoring techniques to enhance community vaccination efforts and safeguard against future health threats.

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