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Florida’s measles cases are surging, ranking fifth nationwide—with 141 reported by late July—and the state’s vaccination rate for kids entering kindergarten sits at just 88%, below the national average. Doctors warn that while most cases aren’t fatal, complications like encephalitis can be devastating. Even in Orange County, where cases have been rare, three have appeared in the last year. With the measles vaccine offering 93% protection after the first dose and nearly 100% after the second, experts stress that community immunity depends on collective action. Public health isn’t optional—it’s everyone’s responsibility.

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