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Measles Resurgence Threatens U.S. Elimination Status: Urgent Vaccination Needed

11/5/2025

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The United States risks losing its measles elimination status, held since 2000, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 1,648 cases and three deaths.
South Carolina reports 37 cases, primarily among unvaccinated students.
Utah reports 64 cases, mostly among unvaccinated people.
Canada reports 5,100+ measles cases and two infant deaths since October 2024, traced to a wedding.
Experts warn of a resurgence and urge vaccination.

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Story summary

The United States risks losing its measles elimination status, held since 2000, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 1,648 cases and three deaths.
South Carolina reports 37 cases, primarily among unvaccinated students.
Utah reports 64 cases, mostly among unvaccinated people.
Canada reports 5,100+ measles cases and two infant deaths since October 2024, traced to a wedding.
Experts warn of a resurgence and urge vaccination.