"Last year we had one case, and this year there have been 97 cases so far reported to us," said Dr. Susan Philip. This dramatic increase illustrates the alarming resurgence of pertussis in San Francisco, prompting health officials to raise awareness about the disease's dangers and the importance of vaccinations.
"It's likely a combination of vaccine hesitancy because parents aren't getting the right information at the right time, some misinformation, or the fact that parents just haven't been able to get around to getting those shots done," said Dr. Alok Patel. This statement underscores the impact of misinformation and timing on vaccination rates, highlighting how crucial accurate information is for public health.
"We know based on the data, research that's conducted right here in California that vaccines are not associated with autism," said Catherine Flores. This statement directly addresses common myths about vaccines, emphasizing the importance of relying on scientific evidence to combat fears particularly fueled by social media.
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