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Kentucky measles outbreak reaches 100 cases

Original: Kentucky measles outbreak hits 100 cases with seven reported in Laurel County this week

Kentucky's measles outbreak has reached 100 confirmed cases, with seven new infections reported in Laurel County this week, according to WEKU. The milestone marks a troubling escalation in the spread of the highly contagious virus across the state. Health officials are monitoring the outbreak as new cases continue to emerge in affected counties, raising concerns about vaccination coverage and further transmission.

Why now: The outbreak crossing 100 cases with new weekly infections signals a growing public health concern

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