Laurel Bristow, an infectious disease researcher and science communicator, teams up with Ghady Haidar, an associate professor specializing in infectious diseases, to tackle the urgent health issues facing the U.S. They discuss the alarming resurgence of measles and other infectious diseases due to misinformation and funding cuts. The duo emphasizes the critical importance of trust in medical authorities, the dangers of vaccine skepticism, and practical strategies to combat misinformation. Their expert insights urge listeners to advocate for truth and prioritize vaccination.