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Wisconsin reports measles death of a baby, first death in over 35 years

Beth Mole
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Wisconsin has recorded its first measles death in over 35 years, involving an infant. Health officials are now evaluating whether this incident impacts the United States' measles elimination status.

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The return of measles deaths in the U.S. highlights the critical public health risks posed by declining vaccination rates and the potential loss of disease-free status.

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