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U.S. struggles with measles surge after decades of progress

Season 2026 Episode 41 | 26m 47s

When it comes to measles, the U.S. is going backwards. Our country, once a global leader in our ability to contain this virus, is now seeing measles surge back. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores how we got here, and where we go now with Dr. William Schaffner and Jessica Malaty Rivera.

Aired: 11/12/26
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