U.S. measles cases surge to 33-year high amid summer travel

Measles cases in the US have reached a 33-year high, with New York City reporting seven cases this year, prompting health officials to urge vaccination. Despite no outbreaks in NYC so far, sporadic cases continue, and officials emphasize the importance of timely MMR vaccinations to prevent future outbreaks. Senator Schumer has called for declaring measles a national emergency, criticizing federal efforts, while health agencies stress vaccination as the best protection, noting vaccination rates vary across neighborhoods.