Measles Outbreak Update: “It’s Heartbreaking”

link for free CME credit coming soon Join host Holly Wayment as she delves into the pressing issue of measles in Texas with Dr. Jason Bowling, a leading expert in infectious diseases. Dr. Bowling discusses where we are right now with measles, a disease that was previously declared eradicated due to vaccination, the impact on the community, and the critical role of vaccination in preventing further spread.

Learn measles symptoms can mimic other viral infections, and the steps pediatricians can take to accurately diagnose and manage suspected cases. Dr. Bowling also shares insights on the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates to create a "firewall", highlighting the challenges of vaccination hesitancy and the measures needed to counter it.

This episode is an essential listen for busy pediatric practitioners in Texas, around the globe, and elsewhere in the US as they navigate the complexities of a measles resurgence. This episode includes advice about measles testing and isolation protocol.