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US Faces Measles Setback Amid Outbreaks, Urges Vaccination

11/15/2025

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United States could lose measles elimination status if outbreaks in South Carolina, Arizona, and Utah by January, per the Nevada Hospital Association.
Canada has already lost its measles elimination status, reporting over 5,000 cases and two infant deaths in 2025.
In Southern Nevada, the first measles case since 2018 was reported on November 7, with the infant recovering.
Officials urge vaccination with the MMR vaccine to prevent further outbreaks.

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United States could lose measles elimination status if outbreaks in South Carolina, Arizona, and Utah by January, per the Nevada Hospital Association.
Canada has already lost its measles elimination status, reporting over 5,000 cases and two infant deaths in 2025.
In Southern Nevada, the first measles case since 2018 was reported on November 7, with the infant recovering.
Officials urge vaccination with the MMR vaccine to prevent further outbreaks.