New Jersey is joining other states in setting up teams to boost public health efforts, especially after recent shifts in national health guidelines. These groups help share knowledge and tools to track and control diseases like measles, which has been popping up in pockets around the country. The s
The spread of measles in the US seems to be easing up. Over the past two weeks, the country has seen an average of 22 new cases per week. This is a big drop from the over 100 cases confirmed weekly just a month ago. So, what's behind this slowdown? First off, let's talk about vaccines. The CDC reco
The New Jersey Department of Health has a message for concertgoers. Measles was spotted at Shakira's recent show at MetLife Stadium. This news comes as a reminder that measles is still a threat, even in places where vaccination rates are typically high. The health department issued a warning for
Measles is making a comeback in the U. S. The number of reported cases has hit a milestone not seen in years. In just one week, 91 cases were confirmed, with Arkansas, Hawaii, and Indiana joining the list of states affected. This spike is part of a larger trend, with over 700 cases reported so far t
Measles is making a comeback in the United States. It has spread to Kansas and is affecting children the most. The state health department suspects it may be connected to a larger outbreak happening in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. The virus has already infected 379 people across these three s
Measles is making a comeback in the US, with more states reporting cases as the Texas outbreak grows. This surge is happening despite the availability of a vaccine, showing that misinformation is a big problem. The Texas outbreak is expected to take a year to control, and it might spread to mor
Measles is making a comeback in Texas, with 309 cases reported in just two months. This number has already surpassed the total cases reported across the entire United States last year. The majority of these cases are among individuals who have not been vaccinated or whose vaccination status is unkno
In 2023, the world saw a worrying surge in measles cases, with numbers climbing to over 10 million. This was a 20% jump from the previous year, according to the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The main culprit? Not enough kids were getting their measles
