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flag Vaccine hesitancy in NY has dropped childhood immunization rates, risking measles outbreaks despite a slight statewide rebound to 59%.

flag Rising vaccine hesitancy in New York, fueled by online misinformation since the pandemic, has led to declining childhood vaccination rates, particularly in several Capital Region counties, with drops exceeding 10 percentage points between 2019 and 2024. flag Health officials, including pediatrician Dr. Elaine Blackman, warn the trend threatens herd immunity, increasing risks for infants and vulnerable individuals. flag Measles, previously eliminated in the U.S., has re-emerged in outbreaks. flag While statewide adherence rebounded slightly to 59% in 2024, officials stress reaching the 62% target is critical to prevent disease resurgence.

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