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New York's Vaccination Rates Defy National Decline Amid Measles Surge

10/4/2025

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New York's vaccination coverage remains strong versus national trends.
National vaccination rates are declining as measles cases rise.
Experts warn that 95% coverage is necessary to prevent outbreaks.
State health agencies show over 75% of U.S. counties below 95%.
In New York, 8 of 62 counties fall below 95%, underscoring success.

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Story summary

New York's vaccination coverage remains strong versus national trends.
National vaccination rates are declining as measles cases rise.
Experts warn that 95% coverage is necessary to prevent outbreaks.
State health agencies show over 75% of U.S. counties below 95%.
In New York, 8 of 62 counties fall below 95%, underscoring success.