Courtney Williams+FollowMeasles Red Alert at O'Hare?!O'Hare Airport in Chicago just went on red alert after a traveler with measles passed through Terminal 1, potentially exposing hundreds. This is wild—measles cases are surging across the US, and experts say we could see over a million cases if vaccination rates keep dropping. The infected person hit up a bunch of spots around Chicago, so if you were out and about between April 21-28, keep an eye out for symptoms. This is a wake-up call about how fast things can spiral! #MeaslesOutbreak #Chicago #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #OHAirport #Health100Share
xwest+FollowWhooping Cough Is Back—Here’s the ScoopWhooping cough cases are surging again—double what we saw last year! It’s super contagious and can be rough, especially for babies. The wild part? It’s totally preventable with a vaccine, but fewer people are getting their shots lately. Experts say keeping up with vaccines (and boosters!) is the best way to protect yourself and your fam. If you’re not sure if you’re up to date, maybe time to check in with your doc! #WhoopingCough #VaccinesWork #HealthNews #FamilyHealth #Health40Share
Adam Cox+FollowGerm Theory Drama: Old Myths Die HardDid you know people have been side-eyeing vaccines since the 1700s? Science historian Thomas Levenson’s new book spills the tea on how germ theory and vaccines faced haters from day one. From doctors refusing to wash their hands (yikes) to today’s anti-vax drama, it’s wild how old fears keep coming back. Plus, superbugs are on the rise and antibiotic resistance is the new villain. Are we repeating history or what? #HistoryRepeats #VaccinesWork #GermTheory #ScienceMatters #AntibioticResistance #Health50Share
aguilarallison+FollowWhooping Cough Is Back—Here’s WhyWhooping cough cases have doubled this year, and measles is still making the rounds. Both are totally preventable with vaccines, but vaccine hesitancy and waning immunity are making things worse. The wild part? Most cases are hitting babies, and the cough can last for weeks. If you’ve got a cough that won’t quit, get checked—and make sure your shots are up to date! #WhoopingCough #Measles #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #StayHealthy #Health100Share
Stephanie Snow+FollowAre We Headed for a Measles Comeback?Just read that falling vaccine rates could mean millions of preventable infections in the next 25 years—measles is first in line to make a comeback. Even a small drop in vaccination is enough to create new hotspots, and some states have seen rates fall by 10%! If we keep slipping, the US could see outbreaks of measles, polio, and more. Wild to think a few percentage points make such a huge difference! #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #Measles #PreventableDiseases #HealthNews #Health259Share
Michelle Chen+Followcan anti-vax sentiments halt new vaccines?Public health experts worry that anti-vaccine sentiment might delay cutting-edge vaccines awaiting FDA approval. With anti-mRNA bills emerging in some states, vaccines like Moderna’s new flu+Covid combo could be stalled. This could impact how we respond to seasonal viruses if politics interfere with science. 🦠💉 #VaccinesWork #HealthNews #StayInformed #Health21Share
Michelle Miller+Followwhy herd immunity matters more than everI'm beyond frustrated! My immunocompromised child relies on herd immunity to stay safe, but ignorance is bringing back measles in our area. This disease was eradicated, yet here we are. Please, educate yourselves and vaccinate! #VaccinesWork #ProtectOurKids131Share
