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Texas Parents Speak Out Against Vaccination Following Measles Tragedy

In a troubling response to the death of their 6-year-old daughter from measles, the parents of the child have recorded an anti-vaccine video, urging others to avoid vaccinations. Their statements, which include claims that the disease was not severe, have sparked significant controversy, especially within the traditionalist Mennonite community affected by a measles outbreak. Community leaders are now calling for vaccination, emphasizing that the outbreak is a public health issue, while the bereaved parents continue to advocate against immunization. This situation highlights the ongoing debate surrounding vaccine hesitancy and its potentially devastating consequences.
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