Kentucky sees jump in measles cases
Most cases are in unvaccinated people or those with unknown status, and health officials say 7 have been hospitalized.
- Kentucky's measles count climbed to 67 on Friday, September 25, after three new cases were confirmed in Trigg County, with seven people hospitalized and no deaths reported.
- Most infections remain concentrated in Western Kentucky, where Christian County has recorded 36 cases and Trigg County has 19, accounting for the majority of the state's outbreak that began in July.
- State records indicate that 80 of the 82 confirmed cases involved individuals who were unvaccinated or had unknown vaccination status, highlighting the role of immunization in preventing spread.
- Residents who suspect infection should call a healthcare provider before seeking care, as symptoms like high fever and rash typically appear seven to 14 days after exposure.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends two doses of the MMR vaccine, which is about 97% effective at preventing measles and provides lifelong protection.
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Measles cases continue to rise amid Ky. outbreak
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As of Thursday, health officials in Kentucky have now recorded 82 measles cases in the state for this year, following a spike in confirmations July, August and September. Data also shows seven hospitalizations and no deaths associated
Measles cases spike in Kentucky, with majority of cases reported in Christian, Trigg counties
The number of confirmed measles cases in Christian County, and the state as a whole, saw a jump between Friday and Monday, as reported by the Kentucky Department of Public Health. In Christian County, that number has jumped up to 36 confirmed cases, while Trigg County saw a spike in [...] The post Measles cases spike in Kentucky, with majority of cases reported in Christian, Trigg counties appeared first on WHOP Radio – Hopkinsville, KY.
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