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Measles outbreaks highlight the importance of vaccination
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Measles outbreaks highlight the importance of vaccination

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Measles outbreaks highlight the importance of vaccination

By Cara Christ|2019-01-31T10:30:17-07:00January 29th, 2019|Preparedness|

Earlier this week, the State of Washington declared a public health emergency due to a measles outbreak that has infected nearly 40 people to date. Luckily, no Arizonans have been infected with measles associated with this outbreak, but the fact that measles outbreaks still occur underscores the importance of up-to-date vaccination for all children. ADHS [...]

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Immunization Exemption Rates Rise in 2016
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Immunization Exemption Rates Rise in 2016

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Immunization Exemption Rates Rise in 2016

By Cara Christ|2017-04-28T09:34:57-07:00April 28th, 2017|Preparedness|

Arizona law requires that all children attending school or child care must obtain certain vaccines, unless they are exempted by a doctor for medical purposes, or by a parent for personal reasons. Schools are required to collect a copy of immunization records, or signed exemption forms, for each student. Each year, immunization information for all [...]

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