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As Measles Cases Rise, Kennedy Calls Vaccination "A Personal Choice"- Which US States Have The Lowest Immunization Rates?
Measles cases in Texas have surged to 146, with a 92.7% U.S. vaccination rate—below the 95% threshold. Idaho has the lowest MMR coverage (79.6%), while West Virginia leads at 98.3%.
Over a dozen new measles cases in Texas outbreak in less than a week: Officials
C.D.C. Sends ‘Disease Detectives’ to Texas for Measles Outbreak
Measles Outbreak That Started In Texas Has Now Spread To Over 160 People In 9 States
Map shows measles cases across U.S.
Measles cases are popping up across the United States, including an outbreak in Texas that has led to the death of a child.
9 states report measles cases as outbreaks grow
One of the most contagious viruses in the world is spreading around the United States. So far in 2025 there have been three distinct measles outbreaks and at least 164 cases reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention coming from nine states.
Measles is popping up in the US. Here's how to avoid one of the world's most contagious viruses
Measles is not often seen in the United States, but Americans are growing more concerned about the preventable virus as cases continue to rise in rural West Texas.
Measles crisis in Texas: ‘Vaccines protect children,’ says Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in rare pro-vaccine message to parents
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. highlighted the rapid spread of measles in Texas, particularly among unvaccinated children. He urged parents to consult healthcare providers about the MMR vaccine. Kennedy praised healthcare workers and called for collective action to prevent future outbreaks.
Are Pa. residents at risk of a measles outbreak? Here’s what the experts say
"Measles is really the most contagious illness that we know of," one expert said, which is why vaccinations are so important.
Why This Measles Outbreak Is Different
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RFK Jr.’s focus on vitamin A for measles worries health experts
The measles outbreak in Texas has sparked debate over the use of vitamin A, with some health experts warning it may not be effective.
As measles spreads, here's how to avoid one of the world's most contagious viruses
The best way to avoid measles is to get the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The first shot is recommended for children between 12 and 15 months old and the second between 4 and 6 years old.