A staggering rise in measles cases has been reported in the Americas, with 2318 confirmed cases and three deaths from January to April 2025. This represents an alarming 11-fold increase from the previous year, raising concerns about vaccination coverage and public health responses across the region.
A measles outbreak in Kansas is rapidly escalating, with cases doubling in just one week. Low vaccination rates in affected counties raise alarming concerns for community health and child safety.
Measles cases in Europe have surged to their highest levels since 1997, with children under 5 making up 40% of infections. Experts warn of a health crisis as vaccination rates plummet.
