Rotavirus Cases Surge Across US Amid Falling Vaccination Rates

53 articles · Updated · NJ.com · Apr 21

Rotavirus, a highly contagious virus causing severe vomiting and diarrhea in children, is surging across the United States.
Health officials report increased cases and hospitalizations, particularly among infants and toddlers, with declining vaccination rates raising concern.
Vaccination remains the most effective protection, as experts warn that further drops in immunization could lead to more severe outbreaks.

With rotavirus surging, are other preventable childhood diseases next?

Why do other viruses now cause more illness than the surging rotavirus?

Could this nationwide rotavirus outbreak have been entirely prevented?

Why was a highly effective vaccine nearly removed from the routine US schedule?

How can parents navigate the conflicting advice on childhood vaccinations?

A court blocked the vaccine changes, but will parental trust be restored?