An international panel of scientific experts will convene on Tuesday to evaluate the status, but genetic data already shows the virus is once again endemic in the United States. The designation reflects the loss of the country's measles-elimination status, a milestone achieved years ago. Health officials and the scientific community are closely monitoring the situation as the virus re-establishes itself domestically.
The development marks a significant setback in public health efforts to control measles within U.S. borders.
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