Measles elimination status ‘not really’ a concern, CDC official says
Ongoing measles outbreaks in multiple parts of the country are threatening the United States’ status as a nation that has eliminated the virus’ spread, but a CDC leader said Tuesday that the potential change is not a big concern.
Ongoing measles outbreaks in the US, particularly in South Carolina and West Texas, are threatening the nation’s elimination status, but CDC Principal Deputy Director Dr. Ralph Abraham stated that losing this status is not a significant concern. Abraham emphasized that vaccination remains the most effective prevention method and that the CDC is committed to supporting communities, even those that choose not to vaccinate.
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