US measles cases surge to 2,000, the highest in over three decades
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The article discusses a significant measles outbreak in West Texas, primarily among Mennonite communities who oppose vaccination due to distrust and religious beliefs, leading to increased cases and fatalities, while highlighting the community's resistance to public health efforts and the importance of culturally sensitive communication.
- Blamed for the nation’s historic measles outbreak, West Texas Mennonites have hardened their views on vaccines HPPR
- More than 2,000 measles cases reported in the US in 2025 as ongoing outbreaks threaten elimination status CNN
- US adds 53 more measles cases to total, largely fueled by outbreaks in 3 states CIDRAP
- U.S. measles cases reach highest level in over 30 years, CDC reports Axios
- US hits 2,000 measles cases for first time in more than 30 years USA Today
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