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Kentucky Kids Falling Behind on Vaccines | Lexington News
Kindergarteners in Kentucky are falling behind on vaccines, with a nearly 2% drop in coverage last school year—leaving 82% of kids vaccinated, but still a worrying gap. MMR completion rates are falling, sparking alarm from health officials as misinformation on social media fuels parental hesitation. This isn’t isolated to Kentucky; similar trends are emerging nationwide, especially in underserved areas. With measles surging to its highest levels since eradication in 2000, experts warn that without rising vaccination rates, everyone’s at risk. As the new school year approaches, the message is…
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