US EditionMeasles outbreak in North Dakota prompts local health officials to quarantine unvaccinated schoolchildren
- North Dakota reported nine measles cases as of Tuesday, leading local health officials to quarantine unvaccinated schoolchildren to prevent spread.
- The outbreak follows rising measles infections nationwide due to declining vaccination rates and increased travel exposing unprotected individuals to the virus.
- Measles is highly contagious, mostly affecting unvaccinated children, and causes symptoms like high fever, rash, and cough, with dangerous complications possible.
- Health officials report over 1,000 measles cases in the U.S., with 13% hospitalized and three deaths, while vaccination rates around 95% are needed for herd immunity.
- Officials urge ensuring vaccination to control outbreaks like North Dakota’s, which highlight risks where immunization is incomplete and public health measures are activated.
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Independent EspañolThe United States surpassed 1,000 measles cases on Friday, even though Texas recorded one of its lowest counts of confirmed new cases since its outbreak began three months ago.
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WILLISTON, N.D. – Health officials in Williston are urging unvaccinated students and staff to quarantine at home for three weeks following potential measles exposure. This directive comes from the North Dakota Health Department as the state confirms 11 measles cases,…
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Nearly 200 Students Quarantined After Measles Outbreak in North Dakota - One Green Planet
Nearly 200 unvaccinated students are under quarantine after a measles outbreak reignites concerns over falling U.S. vaccination rates. The post Nearly 200 Students Quarantined After Measles Outbreak in North Dakota appeared first on One Green Planet.
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