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Peter Hotez is a Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine and Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine. He is the world's authority on vaccine science not simply because of scientific background, but because of his active and valuable advocacy work across many platforms. He joins us to discuss the measles explosions in the United States and Europe, the devastation wrought by the anti-vaccine movement Key Learnings 1.  Why your faithful host is angry 2.  The 3 vaccines that are being marginalized in the United States 3.  The 3 major forces behind the current public health crisis 4. The power of the anti-vaccine movement & the lack of clarity behind it's goals and funding 5.  The impact of vaccine exemptions at the state level 6. The lack of a powerful & organized pro-vaccine advocacy 7.  Dr. Hotez' evolution from scientist to advocate, finding his voice, & telling a very personal story 8. The pressing need for healthcare providers to become savvy with TV, writing, and social media