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Measles is roaring back with over 2,400 U.S. cases this year—highest in 35 years—with kids under five most at risk. Spread through coughs and sneezes, it’s preventable with two MMR shots: first by 15 months, second by age 6. Symptoms? Fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, rash. No cure, but early vaccine or antibody shot can help. Measles was declared eliminated in 2000, but falling vaccination rates are fueling the outbreak. Tennessee’s holding strong with just 3 cases so far (down from 8 last year) and a 94% kindergarten vaccination rate—above the national average. Still, stay alert: if exposed, especially if unvaccinated, isolate and call your doctor immediately.

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