Breaking news: Measles cases hit record high, 25 years after U.S. eliminated the disease
Experts worry that if vaccination rates do not improve, deadly outbreaks will become the new normal.
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July 9, 2025, 11:03 a.m. ET

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Measles Cases Hit Record High, 25 Years After U.S. Eliminated the Disease

Experts worry that if vaccination rates do not improve, deadly outbreaks will become the new normal.

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