Experts stress the importance of measles vaccine as cases surge nationwide
- Measles cases have surged in the U.S., with 301 confirmed cases reported, surpassing the total for 2024, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Vaccination rates have dropped, leading to increased outbreaks, particularly in Texas and New Mexico, where two deaths have been reported this year from measles.
- The measles vaccine is about 97% effective and essential for preventing outbreaks.
- In Hawaii, vaccination rates have fallen below the 95% threshold for herd immunity, increasing the risk of outbreaks, according to the state Department of Health.
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