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Measles Surge Threatens U.S. Vaccination Gains | Irvine News
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Measles is roaring back in the U.S., with over 2,300 cases this year—already surpassing all of last year’s total—and experts fear it could be the worst outbreak since 1991. Hotspots include South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona, where cases may be three to four times higher than reported. Falling vaccination rates, now below the critical 95%, are fueling the spread, putting vulnerable populations at risk. A major Texas outbreak in 2025 may have been twice as large as officially recorded, showing how quickly the virus can explode when detection lags. This isn’t just a public health crisis—it’s a wake-up call: protecting communities requires protecting everyone through vaccination.
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