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The U.S. is now on the verge of losing its measles elimination status after more than two decades, having met the typical criteria of 12 months of consistent spread on Jan. 20. ((whatever international body is responsible for this designation sure is negligent in not making this declaration by now -progree))

Noting that milestone, Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) pressed Means during her Feb. 25 confirmation hearing on whether she would encourage mothers to get their children vaccinated against the disease.

“I’m supportive of vaccination. I do believe that each patient, mother or parent needs to have a conversation with their pediatrician about any medication they’re putting in their body and their children’s body,” Means replied, refusing to go further.

MS NOW reported that Means clarified in her written responses this week that she viewed the measles outbreak “as largely preventable with the MMR vaccine.”