Beyond the Data - Working to Eliminate Measles Around the Globe
1,389 views · Published 19 June 2015 · 13:05 · Indexed 4 November 2026
Channel: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) · 2015 · News & Politics
Dr. Phoebe Thorpe and Dr. Peter Strebel discuss the ongoing challenges to eliminating measles worldwide. Measles is highly infectious, but it can be prevented with financial and political commitment by all countries around the globe. Individuals should know that: Ӣ One case of measles anywhere poses risks everywhere, Ӣ On-time, routine vaccination is safe and effective and Ӣ Widespread vaccination coverage is key to elimination. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html
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