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An op-ed criticizes the CDC acting director's call to develop separate vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella, arguing that it lacks scientific basis, would hinder vaccination efforts, and could lead to increased disease outbreaks, emphasizing the proven success and safety of the current combined MMR vaccine.
Missouri's kindergarten vaccination rates have fallen below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity, dropping to 90%, which raises concerns about potential measles outbreaks and public health risks, especially amid rising exemptions and misinformation.
U.S. childhood vaccination rates have declined again during the 2024-25 school year, leading to increased outbreaks of preventable diseases like measles and pertussis, amid rising vaccine exemptions and skepticism, which pose a public health risk.
Recent updates highlight changes in COVID booster recommendations, ongoing measles outbreaks, slowed bird flu cases and vaccine development issues, and the emergence of a new COVID variant NB.1.8.1, with concerns about public trust in health guidance.
Utah doctors and epidemiologists are concerned about the rise in measles outbreaks, with 97 reported cases so far and outbreaks across the U.S. The Ogden Clinic in West Point offers vaccinations, and doctors emphasize the importance of getting vaccinated to protect not only those receiving the shots but also immunocompromised individuals. It's crucial to be aware of symptoms and practice good hygiene, as complications from the vaccine are rare.
The CDC is tightening travel guidance for American travelers amid a surge in measles cases, with 46 countries reporting large outbreaks. The agency now recommends consulting physicians six weeks before travel and getting a measles-mumps-rubella vaccination at least two weeks before the trip. The US has also seen an uptick in measles cases, with 58 reported cases as of March 14, 2023, compared to the same number for all of 2022. Symptoms of measles include rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and watery red eyes.
The US is experiencing measles outbreaks in various states, with Chicago being the latest city affected. The resurgence of measles is attributed to declining vaccination rates, pockets of unvaccinated communities, and vaccine hesitancy. The highly contagious nature of measles poses challenges for containment efforts, with public health officials and the CDC working to respond to the outbreaks. Experts emphasize the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of measles and protect vulnerable populations, urging individuals to ensure they are immunized.