Michael Mina
Michael Mina is an immunologist and medical doctor known for his groundbreaking research on the effects of measles on the immune system. His work has revealed that measles not only causes immediate health issues but also has long-term consequences by destroying immune cells, leading to a significant loss of immune memory. This research has highlighted the dangers of measles outbreaks, particularly in communities with low vaccination rates, and has been instrumental in shaping public health discussions around vaccination and disease prevention.
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Dr. Michael Mina is a former professor of epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health who has studied measles and immunity.
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Dr. Michael Mina, chief scientific officer of the telehealth company eMed and an expert in the epidemiology, immunology and spread of infectious disease, stated that the current outbreak is being driven by unvaccinated individuals.
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New Zealand:
Michael Mina discussed the implications of declining vaccination rates on measles outbreaks.
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United States:
Michael Mina conducted research revealing that measles destroys immune cells.
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