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Pennsylvania health officials warn doctors about congenital measles

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The Pennsylvania Department of Health has issued an alert warning physicians about congenital measles, a condition that was once extremely rare in the United States. The warning follows reports that dozens of pregnant women in the state have contracted measles during an ongoing outbreak, raising concerns about serious risks to unborn babies, including birth defects and infant death.

Why now: An ongoing measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has begun affecting pregnant women, prompting an official health alert and public concern.

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