(Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON – As outbreaks of measles, whooping cough, and other preventable diseases rise at an alarming rate across the country, the NAACP is calling on families within Black communities to prioritize the health and safety of our children by ensuring they are fully vaccinated.

National Minority Health Month is a time to recognize the health disparities our communities continue to face — and to double down on strategies that promote long-term wellness and save lives. At a time when we are witnessing catastrophic cuts to public health funding, fueled by reckless and wayward leadership, we must lean even more into the power of prevention and collective well-being. Vaccination is not just a personal choice — it is a public responsibility.

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