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Measles Outbreak Fails to Shift Vaccine-Skeptic Parents' Views

10/31/2025

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A significant measles outbreak in West Texas has not persuaded vaccine-skeptical parents, who express distrust toward the medical community.
Parents such as Gianni Amato and Victoria Rodriguez say vaccination requirements are driven by financial motives.
Dr. Pia Habersang, who runs the Pediatric Wellness Center, says about 80% of her patients opt out of vaccinations.
Experts continue to assert vaccines are safe and necessary, but skepticism remains prevalent among many parents.

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A significant measles outbreak in West Texas has not persuaded vaccine-skeptical parents, who express distrust toward the medical community.
Parents such as Gianni Amato and Victoria Rodriguez say vaccination requirements are driven by financial motives.
Dr. Pia Habersang, who runs the Pediatric Wellness Center, says about 80% of her patients opt out of vaccinations.
Experts continue to assert vaccines are safe and necessary, but skepticism remains prevalent among many parents.