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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has pledged $100 million to states grappling with a sharp rise in measles cases, aiming to strengthen vaccination campaigns and improve case detection. This financial boost comes as the United States records a troubling increase in infections, including a sixth measles‑related death in Pennsylvania and a state of emergency declared by the New York governor after a recent spike. These developments underscore a critical public‑health challenge: restoring herd immunity through accelerated immunization efforts and vigilant surveillance to prevent further morbidity and mortality. [[1, 2, 3]]