South Dakota confirms 11th measles case of 2026 in Edmunds County child

South Dakota is seeing a rise in measles cases, with the 11th confirmed this year in a young child from Edmunds County. The patient's vaccination status remains unclear, highlighting ongoing challenges in immunization coverage. This resurgence underscores the importance of vaccination to prevent outbreaks, especially as measles can spread rapidly in communities with low vaccination rates. The situation prompts a reminder of the critical role vaccines play in public health.

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