Florida Surgeon General Allows Unvaccinated Students Amid Measles Outbreak

In a controversial move, Florida's Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo has permitted unvaccinated children to attend school during a measles outbreak, contradicting CDC guidelines.

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo issued a memo allowing unvaccinated children to attend school amid a measles outbreak, defying CDC recommendations.
The decision has sparked criticism from health experts and former officials, emphasizing the risk to vulnerable populations and the community.
Measles outbreaks have been reported in Florida and other states, with immunization rates falling below the CDC's recommended threshold for community protection.
Local health departments, traditionally leading the response to measles outbreaks, have deferred to state authority in Florida.
The move reflects a broader trend of skepticism towards vaccines in the state, influenced by political leadership.