Measles & Vaccines
An outbreak of measles began in Southwest Washington state in January 2019 and generated concerns and questions from the general public. This guide provides information about measles, and also about vaccinations.
Pacific Northwest Measles Outbreak, Winter 2019
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Clark County, WA: Public Health Measles InvestigationInformation about confirmed cases in Clark County, WA. Includes a list of public exposure locations, FAQs about measles and Measles fact sheets in English, Russian, Spanish and Ukraine.
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Multnomah County: measles outbreak informationA Measles outbreak that began in the Vancouver, Wash. area in early January has led to cases and exposures in Oregon.
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Measles / Rubeola (vaccine-preventable), Oregon Health AuthorityCurrent information from the Oregon Public Health Laboratory (located in Hillsboro), a department of the Oregon Health Authority's Public Health Division. Includes resources around the Portland area for measles vaccine seekers.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Measles (Rubeola)Information about measles for parents and caregivers, healthcare providers, and travelers. In English and Spanish.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Measles FAQsLots of questions and answers, such as "I think I have measles. What should I do" and "Can I still get measles if I'm fully vaccinated?"
All About Measles
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What is Measles? from the Encyclopedia of Global HealthMeasles is a highly contagious infectious disease characterized by fever, cough, conjunctivitis, and a distinctive spreading rash. It is caused by an RNA virus of the genus Morbillivirus and the family paramyxovirdae. Documented as early as the 7th Century, measles remains an important human pathogen today...
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MedlinePlus: MeaslesBasic information and links to current research and statistics from the National Library of Medicine.
What About Vaccines?
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Vaccines (immunizations): an overview from Medline Plus, The National Library of MedicineHow vaccines work, why we need them, safety and common vaccines.
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Opposing Viewpoints on VaccinesAn overview of vaccines, and pro and con arguments about vaccinations from the Opposing Viewpoints in Context database.
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Should Any Vaccines Be Required for Children?Pro and con arguments about vaccinations for children. Lots of footnotes and sources cited!
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Pew Research Center: Majority of Americans Say Benefits of Childhood Vaccines Outweigh RisksMost Americans support requiring the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine for public school children in order to protect public health...
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"Beliefs about Childhood Vaccination in the United States: Political Ideology, False Consensus, and the Illusion of Uniqueness." (research article)Several contagious diseases were nearly eradicated through childhood vaccination, but some parents have decided in recent years not to fully vaccinate their children, raising new public health concerns. The question of whether and how beliefs about vaccination are linked to political ideology has been hotly debated. This study investigates the effects of ideology on perceptions of harms and benefits related to vaccination as well as judgments of others’ attitudes.
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More Articles about the Anti-vaccination MovementA list of published articles from magazines and journals published since 2014, from the EBSCOhost databases.
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"For People Who Can't Get Vaccinated, NW Measles Outbreak Is Worrying" (news article, Feb 8, 2019)"...some people can’t get vaccinated — either because their immune systems are compromised from other health problems or because they’re underage and their parents won’t let them.
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Vaccination and Its Critics: a Documentary and Reference Guide by ISBN: 9781440841842Publication Date: 2017This PCC Library book provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific breakthrough known as vaccination and the controversy surrounding its opposition. A timeline of discoveries traces the medical and societal progression of vaccines from the early development of this medical preventive to the eradication of epidemics and the present-day discussion about its role in autism. -
The Vaccine Debate by ISBN: 9781440843549Publication Date: 2018This PCC Library book discusses the debate about whether vaccines cause neuropsychological disorders such as autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Examines the appropriateness of the current recommended childhood vaccines. -
The Vaccine Book by ISBN: 9780316180528Publication Date: 2011This PCC Library book shares impartial advice with parents about twelve standard vaccines, profiling each for risk factors, manufacturing processes, and current controversies.
