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Measles Surge Explained | Huntsville News
Measles is surging across the U.S. with over 2,300 confirmed cases already this year—surpassing last year’s total before May. Driven by 35 outbreaks, 93% of cases trace back to one major cluster, and shockingly, 93% of those infected weren’t vaccinated. While hospitalizations are down—especially for kids under five—and no deaths have been reported yet, the drop in vaccination rates below the 95% herd immunity threshold is creating dangerous openings for the virus. The CDC is monitoring closely and urging parents to stay vigilant: vaccines remain our best defense against this preventable…
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