US measles outbreak largest since 2000 elimination; cross-border risk

The US is experiencing its largest measles outbreak since the virus was declared eliminated in 2000, centered in Pennsylvania. The outbreak poses risks beyond US borders due to international travel and vaccination gaps, though the full extent and spread remain uncertain. This marks a significant reversal in US public health achievements and could strain healthcare systems and global eradication efforts.

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