Utah is grappling with a prolonged measles outbreak that has infected over 680 people since June 2025, impacting undervaccinated communities across nearly all of its counties. Despite a recent slowdown in transmission, health officials are concerned that the upcoming school year and colder weather could trigger another surge. The state's vaccination rates have fallen below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity, with some regions showing over 16% of kindergarteners unvaccinated. AI
RANK_REASON The article details a significant public health crisis with widespread community impact and potential national implications for disease-free status. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]
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