By Molly Pajor
@redlineproject
Measles cases are rising in the U.S. as a result of fewer parents getting their children vaccinated, data show.
According to the CDC, the number of cases of measles has been increasing across the U.S. recently. Simultaneously the rate of children getting vaccinated are dropping around the world.
The measles is a highly contagious and very dangerous infection that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Some symptoms after exposure include fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes and a rash.
While it may these symptoms may not seem severe, it can cause other serious health complications, especially in children under the age of 5. Complications include ear infections, pneumonia and encephalitis. This infection can spread through the air whenever an infected person coughs or sneezes.
The map above shows how many measles cases have been reported in the U.S. with Illinois already at 67 cases and Minnesota at 66. Oregon is also starting to get more cases as well with 31 already this year.
While more and more people are starting to become skeptical of vaccinations and their negative effects, healthcare officials insist that vaccinations for measles are extremely helpful in preventing the spread.