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New York Governor Hochul Declares Measles Disaster Emergency
Original: NY Gov. Hochul declares measles disaster emergency as cases rise in rural counties
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a disaster emergency in response to a growing measles outbreak in rural counties. The declaration allows state health officials to expand vaccination measures and coordinate a stronger public health response as case numbers climb. Health authorities are urging residents, especially in affected rural communities, to check their immunization status and get vaccinated against the highly contagious virus.
Why now: A state-level disaster emergency over measles is an unusual and escalating public health measure drawing wide attention.
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