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Measles Surge Sparks Vaccination Alarm | Portland News

Measles Surge Sparks Vaccination Alarm | Portland News

Published 3 weeks, 1 day ago
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Measles is roaring back across the U.S., with over 2,200 cases this year—on pace to break last year’s record—and experts are sounding the alarm. Most cases hit unvaccinated or undervaccinated people, fueled by falling MMR rates and rising non-medical exemptions. In Multnomah County, kindergarten vaccination rates dip just below the 95% needed for herd immunity, while budget cuts have slashed staff and community outreach. Health workers are rallying through mutual aid to keep the community protected, even as federal vaccine policy shifts threaten public confidence.

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