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U.S. reports highest number of measles cases in 35 years

For the second year in a row, the U.S. has reported a record-breaking number of measles cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday said the country has now confirmed 2,318 measles cases -- the highest case count since 1991.

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Maria Godoy
Maria Godoy is a senior editor and correspondent with NPR's Science Desk.

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