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Childhood measles vaccinations are declining across the U.S., with many counties falling below herd immunity levels, prompting the CDC to recommend vaccinations for travelers going abroad due to increased transmission risks during travel and in airplanes.
South Dakota reports its first measles case of the year, highlighting the importance of vaccination, especially before international travel, as the CDC updates its guidance. The infected adult had traveled abroad and visited medical centers in South Dakota, prompting health officials to advise vigilance for symptoms. The CDC emphasizes that the MMR vaccine is highly effective and recommends vaccination for those without immunity to prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease.
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.