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First Appearance of Measles
The first recorded appearance of Measles was in Boston, MA in 1657. -
MMR Vaccine Introduced
Merck's MMR vaccine is declared safe and capable of preventing measles, mumps, and rubella. -
National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986
The law preserved the right for vaccine injured persons to bring a lawsuit in the court system if federal compensation is denied or is not sufficient. [1] -
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Measles Outbreaks
Measles re-surges in the U.S. with over 53,000 cases across the nation, revealing low vaccination rates. -
Wakefield vs. MMR
Andrew Wakefield suggests that the MMR vaccine correlates with an increased risk for autism and other disorders -
Jerry Brown signs SB 277
SB 277 removes many of the existing exemptions for school children to be excused from being vaccinated.