U.S. measles cases near record levels as outbreaks become harder to contain
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Lena H. Sun
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The U.S. is approaching last year's record measles case total, signaling a troubling shift where outbreaks are becoming larger and more sustained across multiple states rather than remaining isolated in undervaccinated communities. Experts note the virus is forcing doctors to relearn a disease many thought was eradicated.
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bskyU.S. measles cases near record levels as outbreaks become harder to containwashingtonpost.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe United States is on the brink of surpassing last year's total measles cases, putting the country on track to set a new record before summer's end.
The country has entered a new phase in its battle with measles, with repeated new infections of the deadly disease igniting sustained outbreaks in multiple states.
Experts say the virus is forcing doctors to relearn a disease many thought had been consigned to history.
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