As of April 25, the US has recorded over 900 measles cases, predominantly stemming from an outbreak in Texas, where 664 cases have been identified since January. Unvaccinated children are the most affected demographic, with three reported deaths this year. National vaccination rates for the MMR vaccine have dropped from 95% to 92.7%, which could threaten the elimination status achieved in 2000. The situation is dire, heading towards potentially breaking the measles case record set in 2019 as the number of cases climbs rapidly.
As of April 25, the US has confirmed over 900 measles cases, mostly in Texas, with deaths and hospitalizations rising among unvaccinated children.
Texas has identified 664 measles cases since late January, including two deaths among unvaccinated school-aged children, highlighting severe health risks.
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