Recent research has shed light on the fact that individuals vaccinated with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine can not only contract measles but also spread the virus to others who have been vaccinated against it. This revelation challenges the widely accepted claim that the MMR vaccine is 97% effective in preventing measles, as well as the notion that the non-vaccinated are solely responsible for measles outbreaks. In this article, we will explore the evidence and discuss the implications of these findings.
The Fallibility of the MMR Vaccine: A Closer Look
Despite the common belief that receiving the MMR vaccine confers immunity against measles, the reality is much more complex. The vaccine’s effectiveness is often overstated, and the fact that two doses of the MMR vaccine are now required is an acknowledgment of its fallibility. Additionally, the vaccine carries significant health risks, including an increased risk of autism, which a senior CDC scientist admitted the agency covered up. Furthermore, measles is not a deadly disease and can actually confer health benefits, as evidenced by numerous studies in the biomedical literature.
MMR Vaccinated Individuals Can Still Spread Measles
A groundbreaking study published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases revealed that individuals with prior evidence of measles vaccination and vaccine immunity were capable of being infected with measles and transmitting the infection to others. This phenomenon was highlighted in a measles outbreak in New York City in 2011, where a twice-vaccinated individual was found to have transmitted measles to four of her contacts, two of whom had also received two doses of MMR vaccine.
This data indicates that, during measles outbreaks, the MMR vaccine compliant can become infected and transmit the virus to both the vaccinated and the non-vaccinated. The study’s authors emphasized the need for thorough investigation of measles cases regardless of vaccination status, a recommendation that has largely been ignored by health agencies and the media.
Historical Examples of Measles Outbreaks in Highly Vaccinated Populations
There is a long history of measles outbreaks occurring in highly vaccinated populations. Here are a few examples:
- Corpus Christi, Texas, 1985: A measles outbreak occurred among adolescents despite a vaccination rate of over 99%.
- Montana, 1985: An outbreak of 137 measles cases occurred in a population where 98.7% of students were vaccinated.
- Colorado, 1988: An outbreak of 84 measles cases occurred at a college with over 98% of students having documentation of adequate measles immunity.
- Quebec, Canada, 1989: An outbreak was initially attributed to an incomplete vaccination coverage, but a review found that this was not a valid explanation.
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1991-1992: In a measles outbreak, 76.4% of suspected cases had received measles vaccine before their first birthday.
- Cape Town, South Africa, 1992: An outbreak occurred in a population with a 91% vaccination rate, and vaccine efficacy was found to be only 79%.
These examples demonstrate that measles outbreaks can occur in highly vaccinated populations and that primary and secondary vaccine failure may be responsible for these outbreaks.
Conclusion
The evidence challenges the notion that the MMR vaccine is highly effective in preventing measles and that the non-vaccinated are solely responsible for measles outbreaks. It is crucial for health agencies and the media to acknowledge the limitations of the MMR vaccine and to investigate measles cases regardless of vaccination status. By doing so, we can better understand the true effectiveness of the MMR vaccine and develop more effective strategies for preventing and controlling measles outbreaks.