Vaccines

The Arizona House passed legislation that would amend the state constitution to recognize a “right to refuse medical mandates.” If it passes the Senate, it would go on the November ballot.

The shingles vaccine is really good at preventing shingles. But new research suggests it may also be really good at preventing other ailments, like dementia and cardiovascular disease.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is leading a multi-state lawsuit, arguing recent changes to CDC vaccine recommendations were based on political ideology, not medical evidence.

The state has seen 166 cases of measles since the beginning of last year, putting in the top 10 of Mexico’s 31 states.

Arizona has confirmed 24 cases of measles so far in January. Health officials continue to urge Arizonans to take precautions against the extremely contagious disease.

There’s a lot of terrifying stuff in the headlines these days, but one we’ve been keeping a close eye on here at the show is that measles cases have been cropping up here in Arizona.

A newly identified case of measles in Maricopa County has no known source of exposure. Health officials say that's a sign that the extremely contagious disease is spreading within the community.

Arizona has confirmed 228 measles cases since August, most of which have been in Mohave County. But in the past three weeks, Coconino, Pima, Maricopa and Pinal counties have all reported cases.

Arizona has now confirmed 223 measles cases since the current outbreak began, but officials say that is likely an undercount.

On Monday, federal health officials dropped several vaccines from the list that’s broadly recommended for all kids. Vaccine rates in Arizona are already falling, but it’s unlikely these updates will change how doctors approach vaccinations.