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More than 5,000 measles cases reported in the United States this year, a 35-year high

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  • According to official statistics, more than 5,000 measles cases have been reported in the United States this year, a 35-year high, and at least eight deaths have been reported.
  • Experts link this phenomenon to declining vaccination rates and growing distrust of health authorities.

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In 2000, the United States eliminated domestic transmission of measles through high vaccination rates. However, in recent years, vaccination rates have declined, and the epidemic has made a strong comeback.

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(Central News Agency, Washington, 6th, comprehensive foreign news report) According to official statistics released today, more than 5,000 measles cases have been reported in the United States this year, setting a new high in 35 years.

This compares with 2,289 cases for all of last year. The current numbers are the highest CDC has recorded since 1991.

State health officials have reported at least eight measles-related deaths, including among young children.

Adam Ratner, a pediatrician who specializes in infectious diseases, told AFP that such deaths were "distressing and completely preventable".

The United States eliminated the spread of measles in 2000 by maintaining high vaccination rates. However, in recent years, as vaccination rates have declined and public distrust of health authorities has grown, the measles epidemic has made a strong comeback.

Health Secretary Robert Jr. appointed by U.S. President Trump. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is accused of fueling the distrust. He is known to be skeptical of vaccines and has repeatedly spread misinformation about the measles vaccine and downplayed the dangers of the disease.

"Robert Kennedy Jr. didn't think measles was a big problem, and he didn't want to believe that people were dying from measles," Reitner said.

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  • What specific measures will health authorities take to contain the outbreak?
  • Will states mandate higher vaccination rates?

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