"Concerns Rise Over Chickenpox Outbreak in Migrant Shelters"

Six cases of chickenpox at a migrant shelter in Roxbury, Massachusetts have raised concerns about the state's response to the health needs of migrant families. Public health experts and activists emphasize the importance of ensuring migrants are up-to-date on vaccinations as they move into shelters. While state officials took precautions after the cases were identified, questions remain about vaccination clinics and immunization histories. The situation highlights the challenges of providing healthcare to migrant families, who may have incomplete vaccinations and limited access to medical care, and the potential for infectious diseases to spread within the community.