The United States is facing renewed concerns about rising measles cases, with outbreaks notably severe in West Texas and New Mexico. According to recent reporting by The New York Times, more than 290 people have been infected across these regions, largely among unvaccinated school-age children. Tragically, one unvaccinated young child in Texas died, marking the first measles-related death in the U.S. in a decade. The outbreak began in Gaines County, Texas, where vaccination rates have historically been low. ...
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