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Should older Americans get a measles booster? An expert guide

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults born before 1957 are generally presumed to be immune to measles due to widespread exposure to the virus in childhood. However, recent outbreaks have raised questions about this assumption, prompting many to ask, "Should older Americans get a measles booster?" For some, revaccination may be necessary, especially those with specific risk factors.