Health officials have reported measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico, with nearly 100 cases identified, primarily among unvaccinated individuals. Texas alone has recorded 90 cases since January, while New Mexico has reported nine. This uptick in measles cases comes amid wider concerns about public health safety, especially after the appointment of vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to a prominent health position, raising fears about the potential impact on vaccination rates. The CDC emphasizes vaccination as the most effective way to prevent measles, detailing recommended vaccination schedules for children and adults.
Measles outbreaks have struck parts of Texas and New Mexico, affecting nearly 100 people, predominantly among those unvaccinated or with unknown vaccination status.
Health officials are alarmed, particularly following the appointment of vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr., raising concerns about public health and vaccination rates in the U.S.
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