A RESOLUTION strongly encouraging all Kentuckians to be vaccinated for preventable illnesses, including measles and meningitis, to protect their health and the health of their families and communities.

This resolution encourages all Kentuckians to receive vaccines for preventable diseases like measles and meningitis to protect individual and community health. It highlights the historical success of vaccines in eradicating smallpox and reducing other serious illnesses while noting recent measles outbreaks and their potential complications. The text emphasizes that vaccination is the most effective way to stop the spread of these diseases and safeguards vulnerable groups such as infants, seniors, and those with weakened immune systems. As a non-binding statement, it does not create new laws or mandate vaccinations but serves to promote public awareness and support for immunization.