Pennsylvania doctor urges vaccination as measles outbreak grows
Summary
The CDC reports over 4,000 measles cases in the U.S. this year, marking the biggest outbreak in 35 years. Most cases are in people who have not been vaccinated, and many involve young children.Key Facts
- More than 4,000 measles cases have been confirmed by the CDC this year.
- This is the largest measles outbreak in the U.S. in 35 years.
- About 20% of cases are children under five years old.
- 95% of the people who got measles were not vaccinated.
- Dr. Evan Shirey, a pediatric infectious disease expert in Pennsylvania, recommends vaccination to help stop the spread.
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