Today, relatively few Americans grasp the seriousness of polio, measles and tetanus, thanks to the success of routine immunization. But those whose lives have been touched by these diseases can never forget how damaging they can be — and how important it is to keep vaccinating.
— the second-largest number of cases reported in the U.S. since measles was declared eliminated in 2000. In 2014 there were 667 cases reported.share her story
The CDC attributes the current spike in measles cases to an increase in the number of people who are catching it while traveling abroad and bringing it back home; measles remains common in many parts of the world, including countries in Africa, Europe, Asia and the Pacific. Another reason: Minda Dentler, paralyzed by polio as a child, competing in Challenge Roth in Roth, Germany in 2015."I can't change what happened to me, but I can help make sure other children are spared."Minda Dentler, 41, who was paralyzed by polio when she was a baby, competing in Challenge Roth in Roth, Germany in 2015. Her role as Rotary ambassador and vaccine advocate are simple: "I can't change what happened to me, but I can help make sure other children are spared.
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