In 1962, beloved author Roald Dahl faced an unimaginable tragedy: his seven-year-old daughter, Olivia, succumbed to measles encephalitis, a severe complication of the measles virus. At that time, no vaccine was available to prevent such a loss. In a heartfelt plea, Dahl later urged parents to vaccinate their children, emphasizing the preventable nature of the disease. He recounted Olivia’s sudden decline: “In an hour, she was unconscious. In twelve hours she was dead.” Today, the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine offers robust protection against measles. Despite this, a significant outbreak has emerged in Texas, with 48 confirmed cases primarily among unvaccinated children. Thirteen patients have required hospitalization. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia and encephalitis. And death. The current situation underscores the critical importance of vaccination in safeguarding children’s health. Vaccinate your kids! Here are some high-visibility and high-usage hashtags for your post on measles, vaccines, and Roald Dahl’s warning:
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