Texas Measles Outbreak May Continue for a Year, Officials Say

Texas Measles Outbreak May Continue for a Year, Officials Say
Vaccination efforts have faltered, and many residents have turned to alternative treatments endorsed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary.
March 21, 2025 7:27 PM GMT+0
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