| Sumario: | The article discusses the concerning decline in vaccination rates in the United States, highlighting that only 92.7% of kindergarteners received all required vaccines in the 2023-24 school year, a decrease from 95.2% in 2019-20. This decline has contributed to a resurgence of measles, resulting in outbreaks and fatalities. The National Institutes of Health's decision to terminate research grants aimed at addressing vaccine hesitancy could have significant repercussions for public health, both domestically and globally. Additionally, the potential withdrawal of the U.S. commitment to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, which has historically supported global vaccination efforts, could leave millions of children unvaccinated and exacerbate health crises worldwide. The article emphasizes the interconnectedness of global health and the importance of maintaining vaccine commitments to ensure safety and health security.
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