Arizona sees more measles cases along its border with Utah
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Key Points:
- Arizona has reported 176 measles cases in 2025, with 172 linked to an outbreak in Mohave County near the Utah border, and six hospitalizations recorded.
- Sixty-six percent of cases involve individuals under 18 years old, with 97% of those unvaccinated, highlighting low vaccination rates as a key factor.
- Vaccination is emphasized as the best protection, with one dose about 93% effective and two doses providing 97% protection against measles.
- Measles symptoms typically appear 7-14 days after exposure and include high fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, and rash; the virus can remain airborne for up to two hours after an infected person leaves a
