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Denton County’s former congressman-doctor on vaccine rates: ‘Don’t assume that everyone else is protected’
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points Further details on this issue are available from the source, including the former congressman's comments on the decline in vaccination rates and its implications for public health. Childhood vaccination rates are declining, prompting concern from a former congressman and physician.
Childhood vaccination rates are declining, prompting concern from a former congressman and physician. He warns parents not to assume that other children are protected from highly contagious diseases.
This warning comes as vaccination rates continue to drop. The former congressman, who is also a physician, advises parents to be aware of the potential risks.
Further details on this issue are available from the source, including the former congressman's comments on the decline in vaccination rates and its implications for public health.
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Category: Local Published: August 25, 2026 Source: Denton Record-Chronicle Reading time: 1 min
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