U.S. Faces Growing Measles Outbreaks as Vaccine Skepticism Rises

Posted on the 25 August 2024 by Phil's Stock World @philstockworld

Americans' faith in vaccines is fading, and it's corresponding with a rapid rise in some diseases. Oregon recently experienced its biggest measles outbreak in five years: 30 cases, all among people who are not vaccinated. As of mid-August, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 219 measles cases in the United States, up from 59 last year-a 271% increase.