The measles vaccine was introduced in 1963, subsequently reducing global cases from over 30 million annually to a significant decline. By 1981, reported cases in the US had dropped by 80%, demonstrating the vaccine's success. Despite this, endemic measles was not fully eradicated until 2000. Recent outbreaks, particularly among unvaccinated populations, remind us of the dangers of the disease, as illustrated by a tragic fatality in Texas, marking the first US measles death in nearly a decade.
The measles vaccine first became available to the public in 1963, transforming measles from a common childhood disease into a preventable illness.
By 1981, the number of reported measles cases in the US had dropped 80%, showcasing the vaccine's effectiveness in combating this endemic disease.
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