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Measles cases reported in Texas as vaccine rate against the disease has fallen (www.texastribune.org)

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Texas has reported four measles cases in two weeks, including two in Lubbock—the first there in over 20 years. All cases involved unvaccinated individuals.

The outbreak coincides with a drop in Texas' kindergarten measles vaccination rate from 97% in 2020 to 94.3% in 2024. Health officials urge vaccinations to prevent further spread.

The trend reflects a broader decline in immunization rates, fueled by political debates over vaccine mandates. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination as HHS secretary has further energized the vaccine choice movement.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 hours ago

Fuck around and find out.