Childhood vaccination rates in Berks following national downward trend

In Europe and Central Asia, infections have doubled in a year, with great risks for the health of not only children

Childhood vaccination rates in Berks following national downward trend

A quarter-century ago, measles was essentially eradicated in the U.S. In 2000, health officials declared the highly infectious disease had been eliminated. High vaccination rates and other public health measures were credited for the victory. But things have been changing. Starting in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, measles has been making a bit of a comeback. So far this year, the U.S. has seen 301 confirmed cases across 15 states, including…

Should the Berkshires be worried about a measles outbreak? Here's a look at vaccination rates in local schools

Local public health officials said overall measles vaccination rates in the Berkshires are high enough to keep children protected from measles, but there are some concerning exceptions that would leave pockets of the county vulnerable to measles if, and when,…

DHHS urges vaccination for measles

As measles cases continue to rise nationwide, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is taking proactive steps to ensure the state remains prepared for any cases.

Decoder: Why some viruses are so difficult to stamp out

We've come oh so close to eradicating measles and polio. But more stubborn than the viruses are people who don't listen to doctors.

Local outbreaks can motivate the vaccine-hesitant, poll finds

COVID-19 and influenza burned through the U.S. during this year's cold and flu season, and deadly measles outbreaks have sickened people in 19 states.