In April 2024, a mother in Atlanta, Georgia, kept her son with measles symptoms in the car outside the emergency room to avoid exposing others. The boy, unvaccinated and over 5 years old, recovered after hospitalization. Measles cases are rising rapidly in the US, with vaccination rates dropping. The CDC predicts about 300 cases in 2024, potentially ending the “eliminated” status of measles in the country. Outbreaks in recent years have been fueled by low vaccination rates, requiring an all-out effort to vaccinate communities. Vaccine hesitancy is addressed by understanding concerns and offering information. Community trust and involvement remain crucial in preventing measles outbreaks.
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Could U.S. Measles Cases Break a Record This Year? What to Know
