NOVA (1974)

Episode Overview

Once nearly eliminated in the United States, diseases like whooping cough, measles, and mumps are making a comeback, largely due to hesitant parents delaying or avoiding vaccinations for their children. NOVA's "Vaccines—Calling the Shots" journeys across the globe to investigate these resurgent epidemics, delve into the science supporting vaccines, and feature parents grappling with their vaccine-related concerns. The episode emphasizes the potential dangers of choosing to forgo vaccinations and highlights the importance of immunization in public health.