Public health officials in California are trying to stop the measles outbreak, by tightening restrictions on vaccine exemptions. However, some parents are telling health investigators that their children are vaccinated when they’re not. Some parents are confused why government workers are seeking their medical history. Others are influenced by the anti-vaccine movement.
Why are parents lying to investigators about their children's vaccinations?
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Guest:
- Soumya Karlamangla - lead writer for The New York Times’ newsletter California Today - @skarlamangla