Do we need a misinformation jab? Vaccines have saved hundreds of millions of lives and eradicated grisly diseases like smallpox. Why do so many people suddenly oppose them?
Doctors’ fears as vaccine rates plummet
Escalating epidemic fears: Childhood vaccine uptake in the UK continues to decline, with no vaccines meeting the 95% target in 2023-24—a five-year low that led to last year's measles outbreak being declared a national incident. Glossary
Measles - A very contagious infection that causes rash and flu-style symptoms.
Misinformation - Incorrect or misleading information unintentionally presented as fact. It can be contrasted with disinformation or deliberate lies.