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Florida's Anti-Vaxxers Won. Then the Measles Surged.

Measles happens, but this outbreak in Florida is unfolding in a post-pandemic world where mistrust in public health officials and vaccinations is practically the party line. 

Guest: Lauren Weber, Washington Post accountability reporter focused on scientific and medical disinformation. 

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