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Measles Resurgence and Vaccination Urgency | Durham News
Pennsylvania is facing a deadly measles outbreak with two recent deaths — both among unvaccinated individuals — marking the first measles fatalities in the state in over 35 years and the first in the U.S. this year. As cases surge nationally, surpassing last year’s record highs and reaching levels last seen in 1991, health officials are sounding the alarm. The CDC urges vaccination: one MMR dose offers 93% protection, rising to 97% with two doses — typically given at 12–15 months and 4–6 years. This outbreak is a chilling reminder that measles remains a lethal threat — and vaccines remain our…
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