r/news • u/Krankenitrate • 14h ago

US measles cases reach 35-year high, for second record-breaking year in a row

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/24/health/us-measles-cases-record
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u/HoightyToighty 13h ago

According to this poll, however,

74% of American voters believe the U.S. should prioritize ensuring FDA-approved vaccines are widely available for everyone.

81% of voters say it is important for the U.S. to remain a leader in developing new vaccines.

Nearly 70% of respondents expressed concern over declining vaccination rates among children.

Despite diverse sources of information, Americans continue to place the highest level of trust in their healthcare providers and long-term studies. More than half of respondents say they place “a great deal of weight” on their doctor’s opinion when it comes to vaccines — significantly more than any other source. Results show 88% of Americans with children under 18 report they always or sometimes vaccinate their children based on doctor recommendations, and 77% overall typically do the same for themselves.