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Measles Cases Surge Amid Low Vaccination Rates

10/1/2025

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Story summary

Measles outbreaks persist in the United States, with 2025 cases above 1,300—the highest in over 30 years.
First-dose take-up is 53.6% at outbreak onset, with only modest gains in second-dose coverage over 20 months.
Children of Somali descent have notably lower vaccination rates, while vaccine-safety skepticism and reduced health department resources hinder efforts.

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Story summary

Measles outbreaks persist in the United States, with 2025 cases above 1,300—the highest in over 30 years.
First-dose take-up is 53.6% at outbreak onset, with only modest gains in second-dose coverage over 20 months.
Children of Somali descent have notably lower vaccination rates, while vaccine-safety skepticism and reduced health department resources hinder efforts.