Measles Outbreak Spreads in Texas and New Mexico
Texas measles outbreak, primarily among children, has spread to New MexicoOutbreak started in rural Mennonite community southwest of LubbockChild who died was not vaccinated against measlesHealth officials say more cases expected.
- The resurgence of a highly contagious disease like measles highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing public health measures with individual freedom and parental choice, particularly when it comes to vaccination policies.
- What role should government agencies play in addressing vaccine hesitancy and promoting public awareness campaigns to combat outbreaks like this one?