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Measles Cases Surge in England, Urgent Vaccination Needed

7/20/2025

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Measles cases in England have skyrocketed, surpassing 500 in 2025, with young children being the most affected. A tragic death of a child in Liverpool has prompted nurseries to reintroduce Covid-era infection controls. Experts warn that misinformation and poverty hinder vaccination efforts, urging focused outreach to boost immunization in vulnerable communities.

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Measles cases in England have skyrocketed, surpassing 500 in 2025, with young children being the most affected. A tragic death of a child in Liverpool has prompted nurseries to reintroduce Covid-era infection controls. Experts warn that misinformation and poverty hinder vaccination efforts, urging focused outreach to boost immunization in vulnerable communities.