Measles cases have reached a 35-year high
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The alarming surge in measles cases marks the worst outbreak since the disease was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000, with confirmed infections now spreading across 44 states and the District of Columbia. This spike, reaching 2,318 cases as of July 23, outpaces the total for all of 2025. The resurgence highlights a concerning decline in vaccination rates, raising significant public health concerns and emphasizing the importance of maintaining herd immunity to protect vulnerable populations.
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