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U.S. Faces Measles Comeback Amid Rising Cases

12/18/2025

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The United States risks losing its measles elimination status for the first time in over 25 years after nearly 2,000 confirmed cases across 43 states in 2025.
Outbreaks in South Carolina and Texas heighten concerns about transmission.
Dr. Jason Bowling, a health expert, emphasizes vaccination and education to prevent outbreaks.
The Department of Health and Human Services says vaccines are crucial to prevent measles and that the United States is not yet at risk.

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The United States risks losing its measles elimination status for the first time in over 25 years after nearly 2,000 confirmed cases across 43 states in 2025.
Outbreaks in South Carolina and Texas heighten concerns about transmission.
Dr. Jason Bowling, a health expert, emphasizes vaccination and education to prevent outbreaks.
The Department of Health and Human Services says vaccines are crucial to prevent measles and that the United States is not yet at risk.