Health officials report 43 new measles cases in Pennsylvania; state total now topping 800
Pennsylvania is experiencing a measles outbreak that has grown to over 800 cases this year. Health officials have urged families to get vaccinated earlier than usual, and some schools have fallen below the vaccination levels needed for community protection. Despite this guidance, vaccine distrust has created tensions in some communities. State officials continue to report rising case counts as the outbreak continues.
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6 developments- Sep 16Only center coverage:Pa. measles cases officially pass 700 for the year
- Sep 18Pennsylvania health officials urge early measles vaccinations as outbreak grows
- Sep 20Only lean-left coverage:Pennsylvania measles outbreak met with defiance and a rush to vaccinate
- Sep 21Pennsylvania measles cases near 800 in ongoing outbreak
- Sep 23Health officials report 43 new measles cases in Pennsylvania; state total now topping 800
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