Vaccination

[Brief] Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Grows as Vaccine Distrust Hinders Containment

Summary The measles outbreak in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania continues to grow, with confirmed cases reaching 72, all among children. Health officials say vaccine hesitancy and public distrust in the healthcare system are seriously hindering containment efforts. Details According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Lancaster County cluster has become the largest measles outbreak in Pennsylvania in recent years. Doctors warn that adult measles cases tend to be more severe than in children, and low vaccination rates have created significant gaps in community immunity. ...

South Carolina's Measles Outbreak Officially Ends After Sickening Nearly 1,000 People — A U.S. Record

South Carolina has officially declared its nearly 200-day measles outbreak over after nearly 1,000 infections — setting a U.S. state record — while also driving a significant surge in vaccination rates.

Record-Breaking US Measles Outbreak Ends: Vaccination Rates Surge in South Carolina After Nearly 1,000 Cases

South Carolina officially ended its 200-day measles outbreak on April 27, with nearly 1,000 infections. Following the outbreak, vaccination rates in the region surged significantly, suggesting the public health crisis may have driven increased immunization awareness.