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Despite being declared eliminated in 2000, measles outbreaks in the United States have been on the rise in recent years, causing concern among health experts. Pediatrician Dr. Paul Offit, an expert in virology and immunology, has expressed alarm over the increasing number of measles cases in various states.
Dr. Offit, who has recently written a new book titled “Tell Me When It’s Over” discussing our battle against COVID-19, attributes the spike in measles cases to a decline in immunization rates among kindergartners. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that a growing number of parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children, leading to outbreaks of this highly contagious vaccine-preventable disease.
Measles is known to be the most contagious of all vaccine-preventable diseases, making it easy for outbreaks to occur when vaccination rates drop. Dr. Offit warns that the critical percentage of unvaccinated children is putting the entire population at risk of contracting measles, which can lead to severe complications and even death in some cases.
Public health officials are urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on their vaccinations to protect them from measles and other preventable diseases. With measles cases on the rise, it is more important than ever to prioritize vaccination and prevent the spread of this dangerous virus.
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