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Why America's measles outbreaks have such different death tolls

Original: America’s biggest measles outbreaks have very different death tolls. Why?

Two of the largest measles outbreaks in the United States have produced markedly different numbers of deaths, and health reporters are examining why. Coverage compares the outbreaks' fatality counts and points to factors such as vaccination rates, access to care and outbreak settings. The reporting highlights how local conditions can shape outcomes even from the same highly contagious disease.

Why now: Ongoing measles outbreaks in the US have renewed attention on vaccination gaps and differing outcomes between communities.

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