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Story summary
- Hib is a dangerous bacterial infection that can cause meningitis.
- Dr. Lara Johnson, who suffered Hib as a child, urges vaccination as cases declined since the vaccine's introduction.
- A 2025 CDC report noted a slight decline in Hib vaccinations among infants.
- Liam Dahlberg, an 8-year-old with a weakened immune system, illustrates Hib's risks.
- Experts urge parents to vaccinate to protect vulnerable children.
