A measles outbreak in Texas has surged to 146 cases, the highest in nearly 30 years, resulting in the tragic death of an unvaccinated child. This outbreak has predominantly affected a close-knit, undervaccinated Mennonite community in West Texas and has led to concerns about declining vaccination rates, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Health officials are emphasizing the safety and effectiveness of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, particularly as many states struggle to maintain the 95% vaccination threshold necessary for community protection against measles.
The tragic death of an unvaccinated child in Texas highlights the severe risks associated with low vaccination rates, a critical public health concern.
With the current outbreak reaching 146 cases, Texas is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in nearly 30 years, emphasizing the need for renewed vaccination efforts.
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