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Texas Father Rejects Vaccines After Daughter's Measles Death

4/10/2025

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In Texas, Pete Hildebrand stands firm in his anti-vaccine beliefs, even after the tragic loss of his 8-year-old daughter, Daisy, to measles. With over 300 confirmed cases and three fatalities in the region, public health officials are sounding the alarm, urging communities to embrace MMR vaccination to prevent further heartbreak.

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Story summary

In Texas, Pete Hildebrand stands firm in his anti-vaccine beliefs, even after the tragic loss of his 8-year-old daughter, Daisy, to measles. With over 300 confirmed cases and three fatalities in the region, public health officials are sounding the alarm, urging communities to embrace MMR vaccination to prevent further heartbreak.