Episodes 4 & 5 of "Measles" combine to explore modern measles outbreaks and vaccine hesitancy through the lens of the 2014 Disneyland outbreak. Julia Cartwright traces how one infectious visitor sparked 147 cases across seven states, demonstrating measles' explosive transmission in communities with low vaccination rates. The episode examines the complex factors behind vaccine hesitancy—from success-bred complacency and misinformation spread through social media to legitimate concerns about institutional trust and individual autonomy. Julia respectfully explores why some educated, affluent communities show higher hesitancy rates while revealing the real-world consequences: vulnerable populations at risk, strained healthcare systems, and economic costs reaching millions during outbreaks.
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