Measles and Whooping Cough Outbreaks Raise Public Health Concerns

Measles outbreaks are worsening in the U.S., particularly in South Carolina, where 138 cases have been reported. According to CBS News, Dr. Celine Gounder notes that measles is becoming 'entrenched' in the country as non-travel-related cases grow.

Meanwhile, whooping cough cases are also surging nationwide, coinciding with a drop in vaccination rates. NBC News highlights that cases of whooping cough in Texas have reached levels not seen in over a decade.

The resurgence of these diseases raises significant public health concerns, emphasizing the challenges associated with vaccination and public health messaging.