2022 Measles Outbreak in Ohio

Published: Dec. 2, 2022, noon

b'

In this episode of Real Physician Reacts we will be having a discussion on the recent measles outbreak currently going on in Columbus, Ohio.

Tonight\'s discussion focuses on the effects of misinformation and how it has led to 25% of the community being affected and now at severe risk for a disease that was once considered eradicated. At the time of this recording 46 children have been confirmed to be diagnosed with measles with 19 requiring hospitalization.

Click here to watch the full\\xa0video on YouTube

Several discussion points today;

  • When does this outbreak start?
  • How has misinformation brought back a disease that was once considered dead?
  • What to do if you are concerned about contracting measles if you\\u2019re unvaccinated.

Links

'