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Andrew Racine
Coverage of Andrew Racine in the Nexus archive.
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The 2026 measles outbreak has surpassed the 2025 case count, with 2,318 cases reported by the CDC as of now. Cases are concentrated in South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona, with outbreaks in 45 jurisdictions. Public health officials warn the U.S. risks losing its measles-free status due to declining vaccination rates below the 95% threshold.
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