US Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in Over Three Decades

Measles cases are rising in Minnesota and across the U.S., with the highest annual total since 2000, primarily affecting unvaccinated individuals. The CDC reports over 1,500 cases nationwide this year, emphasizing the importance of the MMR vaccine, which is 97% effective. Health officials continue to advocate for vaccination to prevent severe complications and maintain herd immunity, which requires a 95% vaccination rate.