Measles -- declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2002 thanks to widespread vaccination -- has hit at least 22 states this year.

Arizona hasn’t reported a single case during the current outbreak, despite its relatively low vaccination rate. The hot, dry climate could be a factor, as could demographics and population density. Copy article link

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