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Kansas measles cases double to 23 and new Ohio outbreak sickens 10

Kansas has reported 23 measles cases, linked to outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico that have affected at least 379 people.
Children comprise 21 of the 23 cases in Kansas, and 20 cases are linked to unvaccinated individuals.
Kansas health officials recommended early vaccinations for infants in outbreak areas, as vaccination rates in affected counties are below the safe threshold.
In Ohio, a measles outbreak has sickened 10 individuals, with health officials expressing concern over the potential for further spread.

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Be on the alert for measles cases - Tri-County Tribune

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