Parents in Germany are using falsified vaccination documents to avoid vaccinating their children against measles, according to ZDF's series 'Die Spur'. Lisa, a mother of three sons, has not vaccinated any of her children against the disease. She is part of a growing trend of parents who are exchanging information on how to avoid vaccinations in online groups.
Doctors in Bavaria have allegedly helped over a thousand parents avoid vaccinating their children against measles. A suspected dealer is offering falsified yellow vaccination cards to parents, complete with stamps, stickers, and entries indicating a successful measles vaccination. These documents are being used to bypass the requirement for measles vaccinations in community institutions.
Parents are using online chat groups to exchange information on how to avoid vaccinating their children. These chats provide a platform for parents to connect with individuals who can provide falsified vaccination documents. The series 'Die Spur' highlights that these online groups are a significant source of information for parents seeking to avoid vaccinations.
The current reported measles vaccination rate in Germany is 92%, according to ZDF. However, the World Health Organization recommends that the vaccination rate needs to reach 95% to eliminate the disease. Over 96% protection against measles is provided by two vaccinations, making the avoidance of vaccination a significant public health concern.
ZDF's investigative series 'Die Spur' is focusing on the issue of parents avoiding measles vaccinations. The series aims to shed light on the practices of falsifying vaccination documents and exchanging information to avoid vaccinations. The investigation has uncovered a network of individuals and groups involved in the distribution of falsified documents.
Public health officials are monitoring the situation closely and are working to address the issue of falsified vaccination documents. The measles vaccination rate in Germany is currently below the recommended level, raising concerns about the potential resurgence of the disease.
The investigation by ZDF's 'Die Spur' series continues to uncover the extent of the problem and the individuals involved. Public health authorities are expected to take further action to address the issue of falsified vaccination documents and ensure that the measles vaccination rate reaches the recommended level.