Measles Surge in Wisconsin Schools | Milwaukee News

Measles is surging in Southwestern Wisconsin, with over 100 cases since mid-August — half in school-aged kids and 15% in children under four. Health officials are urging parents to verify their children’s MMR vaccination status before school starts, as statewide kindergarten rates hover near 85%, below the herd immunity threshold. Rising non-medical exemptions tied to vaccine hesitancy and misinformation are fueling the outbreak, while access barriers and delayed schedules leave some kids vulnerable. If your child is fully vaccinated with two doses of MMR, they’re well-protected — just practice good hygiene. Families without insurance or with Medicaid can get free vaccines through the Vaccines for Children program. Contact your local health department or provider to stay ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9f837c8f1248bfc7