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Pennsylvania measles outbreak reaches 72 cases across six counties, health officials work to contain spread

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Nicole Leonard

3h ago· 6 min readenNews

Summary

A measles outbreak in south and central Pennsylvania has grown to 72 linked cases out of 84 total confirmed in the state this year, primarily affecting unvaccinated children and adults. The outbreak began in late April in Lebanon and Lancaster counties and has now spread across six counties. Health leaders are working to contain the spread and emphasize the importance of vaccination.

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Of the 84 measles cases the state has confirmed so far this year, 72 infections are linked to an outbreak
The most recent measles outbreak started in the area of Lebanon and Lancaster counties in late April
Cases now span six counties
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The most recent measles outbreak started in the area of Lebanon and Lancaster counties in late April. Cases now span six counties.

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