Measles and Misinformation: The Impact on Public Health

• 2024

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• Joshua Barocas; Sarah Lim; Chris Busky

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This resource describes a media briefing by experts from the Infectious Diseases Society of America. It covers U.S. measles outbreaks, their health impacts, and how to protect infants and young children. It also highlights the role of misinformation in spreading these outbreaks. Featured speakers include Dr. Joshua Barocas from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and Dr. Sarah Lim from the Minnesota Department of Health, with Chris Busky as moderator. Links to further resources are provided for more information on this important public health issue.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Communication; Disease Outbreaks; Measles; Public Health; Infectious Disease Medicine; Health Impact Assessment

Institutions: Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA)

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