In this episode, Olivia breaks down measles. She explains what it is, how the US reached measles elimination status in 2000, why it is making a comeback, and whether or not we will keep our measles elimination status. A combination of decreased immunizations during the covid-19 pandemic and the anti-vaxx rhetoric coming from our highest ranking federal officials (and spreading on social media) have contributed to a perfect storm that has allowed measles to find its footing and spread through vulnerable populations like wildfire.

Also, Mattie shares a few tidbits of public health good news and analyzes Survivor with a public health lens. You don’t want to miss this episode.

Recalls:

• Vital Nutrient Aller-C Dietary Supplement - Undeclared egg, hazelnut and soy 
• DTF Sexual Chocolate - Undeclared Sildenafil and Tadalafil 
• Karns Foods Mini Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cups  - May contain undeclared peanut allergen
• RAW FARM Raw milk cheddar cheese, shredded and block  - Potential E. coli
• Christopher Ranch, Garland Peeled Garlic -  Clostridium Botulinum
• Einstein Bros Bagels Honey Cream Cheese - Undeclared almonds 
• Falcon Trading Company Black Beans Organic , Chili Bean Blend Organic, Sunset Soup Mix Organic - contains pesticide residue 
• Gold Lion, ilum Chocolate - contains sildenafil and tadalafil

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