US measles cases surpass 1K: CDC
- During 2023-2024, the U.S. Confirmed 1,024 measles cases across 30 states, with 11 states—such as Texas and New Mexico—experiencing ongoing outbreaks.
- The increase in measles follows a recent decline in vaccination rates amid rising vaccine skepticism and comes as millions prepare for summer travel.
- Active outbreaks have led to at least 128 hospitalizations—more than last year—and three confirmed deaths, with Texas accounting for over 700 cases alone.
- Experts emphasize the high risk for unvaccinated individuals, with two MMR doses being 97% effective, while noting infectious diseases “don’t respect borders.”
- Health officials warn that personal decisions against vaccination affect not only individuals but also their families, raising broader public health concerns.
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Senate lawmakers move to step up vaccine tracking as vaccination rates fall
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week reported 1,024 confirmed measles cases across 31 states — including three in New Jersey — so far in 2025, up sharply from 2024. (Photo by Illustration Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)Lawmakers on a Senate panel approved measures meant to bolster vaccine uptake and better prepare for future outbreaks in divided votes Monday, showing some vaccine doubts spurred by the pandemic have persisted in…
Measles cases reported in Sandoval County - Carlsbad Current-Argus
El Rito Media News Services The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has confirmed the first measles cases in Sandoval County: that of an adult of unknown vaccination status and an unvaccinated child under the age of four, according to a press release. As of May 16, there have been 74 confirmed cases of measles in New Mexico this year, with all but nine of the cases in Lea County. In addition to Sandoval and Lea counties, measles cases have b…
Fargo Cass Public Health Plans 2nd Measles Vaccine Clinic After Low Turnout
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Cass Public Health has scheduled another Measles, Mumps & Rubella walk-in vaccine clinic. This second clinic will be held on Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the clinic at 1240 25th Street South in Fargo. Appointments are not necessary and it is for those currently recommended to receive the vaccine. You are asked to present your insurance information. If you are uninsured, the vaccine is covered under both Vaccines fo…
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