A recent public health update reveals a measles death in West Texas, marking the first death from the virus in the U.S. since 2015. The deceased, a school-aged child, was unvaccinated, amidst an outbreak affecting over 120 individuals across nine counties. Falling vaccination rates in the U.S. are contributing to the resurgence of measles cases, highlighting the importance of vaccinations. Additionally, a pivotal FDA meeting on flu shot development was canceled, raising concerns about future vaccine preparedness.
Last Wednesday health officials confirmed a death from measles in West Texas, marking the first U.S. measles death since 2015 in a child who was not vaccinated.
Vaccination rates are slipping, and we're facing the consequences. The rarity of measles-related deaths doesn’t mean the virus isn’t dangerous.
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