Surly_Cynic OP t1_iwvhak8 wrote
Reply to comment by Modern_Bear in As measles outbreak sickens dozens of children in Ohio, local health officials seek help from CDC | CNN by Surly_Cynic
Yes, it's possible this all started with this unvaccinated 17-month-old girl who back in June traveled to a country where measles is endemic.
Modern_Bear t1_iwvn3e9 wrote
That's pretty bad parenting to not get their kid the recommended vaccines and then go to a country where measles is common.
Surly_Cynic OP t1_iwvoboo wrote
It is frustrating that this happens. I remember reading about other outbreaks starting the same way. Also, I think even if your baby is between 6-12 months old, many healthcare providers will give your child the vaccine early if they know you're planning this kind of travel with an infant. I just don't know how much awareness of that there is with parents. There definitely needs to be better outreach and education around all of this.
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