Samoa's Devastating Measles Outbreak: An Antivax Story

The video discusses the paradox of vaccine success, highlighting the resurgence of measles due to declining vaccination rates influenced by anti-vaccination movements. It focuses on the severe measles outbreak in Samoa, where vaccination rates plummeted after a tragic incident involving vaccine misadministration. The outbreak led to thousands of cases and numerous deaths, prompting a nationwide immunization campaign. The video emphasizes the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates to prevent such outbreaks and protect children from preventable diseases.

What has contributed to the recent rise in measles outbreaks?

• Changes in the measles virus

• Improved diagnostic techniques

• Rise of anti-vaccination efforts

• Increased global travel

What was the vaccination rate in Samoa in 2013?

• 31%

• 50%

• 90%

• 75%

What caused the deaths of two infants in Samoa after vaccination?

• Expired muscle relaxant mixed with the vaccine

• Contaminated vaccine batch

• Incorrect vaccine dosage

• A new strain of measles

What measures did the Samoan government take in response to the measles outbreak?

• Implemented a nationwide immunization campaign

• Closed all hospitals

• Banned all public gatherings indefinitely

• Increased import of vaccines

How many measles-related deaths occurred in Samoa as of December 3rd?

• 75

• 60

• 30

• 45