Infectious disease veterans call for clearer federal message on measles
Summary
The United States has over 4,000 measles cases, with the number doubling recently. Health experts say that the messages from federal health leaders about measles have been unclear or confusing, which may have made the situation worse.Key Facts
- Measles outbreaks are growing across many parts of the U.S.
- More than 4,000 measles cases have been reported so far.
- The number of cases has doubled in a short time.
- The government is giving money to state and local health departments to fight measles.
- Experts say federal health leaders have not communicated clearly about the outbreaks.
- Some of the public messages may have caused confusion or harm.
- Better, clearer communication is needed from top health officials to help control the outbreaks.
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