Tag: Measles Vaccine


  • The Measles Vaccine: Why Apathy Persists Despite Its Success

    The Measles Vaccine: Why Apathy Persists Despite Its Success

    Introduction: The Marvel of the Measles Vaccine The measles vaccine represents a significant achievement in medical science, tracing its origins to a pivotal moment on February 8, 1954, when young David Edmonston’s gastrointestinal symptoms led Dr. Thomas Peebles to discover the Edmonston strain of the virus. This breakthrough, culminating in an effective vaccine, has saved…