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Kentucky measles outbreak surpasses 150 cases
Original: Kentucky reports more than 150 measles cases as outbreak spreads
Kentucky health officials report more than 150 measles cases as the outbreak continues to spread across the state. Local news outlets are covering the growing caseload, which marks one of the larger measles outbreaks in the United States in recent years. The rise in cases has renewed attention on vaccination rates and public health responses as authorities work to contain further transmission.
Why now: The rapid growth of a vaccine-preventable disease outbreak is prompting concern and attention on public health preparedness
Evidence
- Kentucky reports more than 150 measles cases as outbreak spreads · WDRB
- Kentucky reports more than 150 measles cases as outbreak spreads · KFVS12
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