Health officials watch for measles as Pope Leo XIV tours South America
Millions of Catholics are gathering to see Pope Leo XIV during his visit to South America.
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What happened
Millions of Catholics are gathering to see Pope Leo XIV during his visit to South America. Health authorities are watching for measles, as cases are already surging in the region this year. Mass gatherings offer an opportunity for the highly contagious disease to spread.
Why it matters
Vaccination rates are low in the region, which raises the risk that measles could spread through the crowds.
Coverage
- Huge crowds and low vaccination rates raise measles alarms as Pope Leo XIV visits South America (Seattle Times)
- Huge crowds, low vaccination rates raise measles alarms as pope visits South America (ABC News)
- Huge Crowds and Low Vaccination Rates Raise Measles Alarms as Pope Leo XIV Visits South America (AP)
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