Talking Facs

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guests: Katherine Jury, MS Extension Specialist for Family Health Season 8, Episode 8 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley is joined by Katherine Jury, Extension Specialist for Family Health, to discuss the recent surge in measles cases and how to protect vulnerable populations—especially young children. They cover the MMR vaccine schedule (first dose at 12–15 months, booster at 4–6 years), vaccine effectiveness (about 97%), and why vaccination helps prevent community spread. The conversation addresses common concerns about vaccine side effects versus disease complications, the risks measles poses (including pneumonia and neurological issues), and how measles spreads easily through airborne particles. Katherine explains how adults can check their vaccination status through the Kentucky Vaccine Registry, request immunity testing, or receive a booster if uncertain. They emphasize the importance of