New York state has declared a measles disaster as outbreaks of the highly contagious disease spread across the US, reversing decades of progress in vaccination efforts. Health officials warn that unvaccinated individuals remain at severe risk, with cases rising in communities where immunization rates have fallen. The declaration allows for expanded public health measures to contain the resurgence, including mandatory vaccinations in certain areas. Experts emphasize the importance of vaccination as the primary defense against further transmission.
New York state declares measles disaster amid resurgence of disease in US Al Jazeera
