Up First from NPR Measles Outbreak, Foreign Aid Cuts, Bolsonaro Charges
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Feb 19, 2025 A troubling measles outbreak in West Texas has health officials on high alert, with vaccination rates under scrutiny. Vaccine hesitancy is complicating public health efforts in rural areas. Meanwhile, significant cuts to U.S. funding are hindering pro-democracy initiatives abroad, raising concerns over global human rights amid China's growing influence. In Brazil, former president Jair Bolsonaro faces serious legal troubles, including charges related to attempts to undermine democratic processes, signaling political instability in the region.
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Measles Outbreak in West Texas
- Measles cases in West Texas have more than doubled in a week, reaching 58 confirmed cases.
- Most cases are among unvaccinated or undervaccinated school-age children in rural areas with lower vaccination rates.
Vaccine Hesitancy Fuels Outbreak
- The measles outbreak is linked to vaccine hesitancy in some West Texas communities.
- Vaccination rates in these areas are significantly lower than the state average, contributing to the spread.
Get Vaccinated Against Measles
- The measles vaccine is 97% effective and safe, even after exposure.
- Get vaccinated to protect yourself and those with compromised immune systems.