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Measles Outbreak Hits Colleges Amid Vaccination Decline

2/13/2026

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Measles outbreaks affect college campuses, with Ave Maria University reporting 57 cases.
Nevertheless, despite 98% vaccination, some Ave Maria students contracted measles, and a second health clinic opened.
Other schools, including the University of Florida and Clemson University, are managing cases and conducting contact tracing.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 733 nationwide cases in early 2026 linked to declining vaccination rates, underscoring the urgency of vaccination.

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Story summary

Measles outbreaks affect college campuses, with Ave Maria University reporting 57 cases.
Nevertheless, despite 98% vaccination, some Ave Maria students contracted measles, and a second health clinic opened.
Other schools, including the University of Florida and Clemson University, are managing cases and conducting contact tracing.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 733 nationwide cases in early 2026 linked to declining vaccination rates, underscoring the urgency of vaccination.