2025 Ohio Health Policy Summit

Gain the skills and insights needed to prioritize impactful solutions in a rapidly changing political and economic environment.
  1. Home
  2. Health Policy News
  3. Officals blame vaccine fears for sudden measles spike

Address

140 E. Town Street. Suite 1000
Columbus, OH 43215

Contact

614.224.4950

Back to News

Posted
August 22, 2008
Tags
childrens health

Officals blame vaccine fears for sudden measles spike

Health officials are blaming a sudden spike in measles cases on fear among some parents about a possible link between vaccinations and autism (Source: “Jump in US measles cases linked to vaccine fears,” AP/Dayton Daily News, Aug. 22, 2008).

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there have been 131 reported cases of measles during the first seven months of the year, compared to just 42 in all of 2007. Of this year’s total, 122 cases involved children who were not vaccinated.

Attend HPIO's 2025 Health Policy Summit on Oct. 9, 2025

With limited resources and growing need, investing in policies that deliver the greatest impact is essential. This event will highlight strategies that improve health and wellbeing while reducing healthcare spending. Speakers will provide evidence-informed research responsive to today’s political climate, focusing on what works and why it matters now more than ever.

Register now