Measles Outbreaks Surge in U.S., Raising Vaccination Concerns

Over 250 cases reported across Texas, New Mexico, and California, with health officials urging increased vaccination efforts.

The ongoing measles outbreak has resulted in over 250 cases in Texas, New Mexico, and California, with two deaths reported among unvaccinated individuals.
Health experts emphasize the importance of maintaining a 95% vaccination rate to prevent outbreaks of the highly contagious disease.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has faced criticism for downplaying vaccine safety and promoting unproven theories about immunity.
The MMR vaccine is 97% effective at preventing measles and is considered safe, with severe side effects being extremely rare according to extensive research.
Declining childhood vaccination rates in some communities are contributing to the resurgence of measles, which had been declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000.