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Miami high school reports first student case of measles for year

A student at Miami Palmetto Senior High School has tested positive for measles, marking Florida's first reported case this year.
Florida is now the 10th state affected by rising measles cases across the U.S., including a major outbreak in Texas.
A free MMR immunization drive will be held at Miami Palmetto Senior High School to help unvaccinated students.
Health officials are concerned as the measles outbreak has escalated, especially following a child's death in Texas, marking the first U.S. Measles death since 2015.

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Fox News

Florida alerts first measles case of year in public school as experts stress vaccination

Florida has reported its first measles case for 2025 in the Miami-Dade Public Schools. Health experts are stressing the importance of vaccination as the infectious disease spreads.

8 days ago·New York, United States

Florida school officials taking 'necessary precautions' to prevent measles spread

By Rebekah Nelson Click here for updates on this story MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Florida (WFTS) — After a case of measles was confirmed at a high school in Miami-Dade County, school officials said they are taking the necessary precautions to prevent the spread. The reported case was the first for Florida in 2025. It was reported at Miami Palmetto Senior High School in Pinecrest. A district spokesperson told ABC affiliate WPLG that parents and staff…

9 days ago·Idaho Falls, United States

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Florida Phoenix

Following measles case, Florida surgeon general insists vaccine is up to parents • Florida Phoenix

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9 days ago

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Yakima Herald-Republic

Pediatrics column: What to know about measles in children

Measles is one of the most infectious viruses known with cases reported in 10 states, including Washington. Symptoms can appear 7-14 days after exposure. The measles vaccine is safe and effective for prevention of infection.

10 days ago

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Sun-Sentinel

Measles confirmed in Miami teenager, the first in Florida this year

A teenager in Miami-Dade has a confirmed case of measles, the first such infection in Florida since a small outbreak of the disease in South Florida in 2024.

10 days ago·Deerfield Beach, United States

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