US reports over 5,400 measles cases, risks losing measles-free status
The United States risks losing its measles-free status this week amid the worst outbreak since 1991, reporting over 5,400 cases. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine stance has drawn criticism, with experts warning of endemic measles in the US. Vaccination rates have dropped, increasing the risk of further spread and public health challenges.
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Published 11 Nov 2026, 13:00 UTC · Updated 11 Nov 2026, 13:20 UTC
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