(2/5) Make no mistake— #measles is a serious illness: It’s often mild, about 1/3 of the cases develop serious complications and ~ 1 in 1,000 die from those complications. More via @WSJ:https://on.wsj.com/2oOdsgH
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(1/5) For this #SundaySpotlight, join me in commending our state and local health departments who helped stem what @CDCgov's MMRW identified as the most 
cases reported in a single year since 1992. #SundayThoughtshttps://bit.ly/30PdSjY
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#DYK that we almost lost our#measles elimination status? Such a loss would have been a huge blow to the U.S., costing our economy millions of dollars and years of work and tainting our image as a global health leader.https://bit.ly/2Om6VocShow this thread -
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@CDCDirector stated, “Our Nation’s successful public health response to this recent measles outbreak is a testament to the commitment and effectiveness of state and local health departments, and engaged communities across the country.”Show this thread -
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#PublicHealth moment to educate others and ensure elimination is sustained. We must combat misinformation and engage our communities. Remember: Vaccination is one of the easiest things you can do to protect your family & loved ones.#VaccinesSaveLives!Show this thread
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I had measles as a kid bc there wasn’t a vaccine. I probably had a fairly routine case, but I remember feeling horrible & in pain. I would not do that to my kids. They were all vaccinated.
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