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Measles cases in Alaska, how to prepare and protect against the virus
To help protect against the virus, Dr. Rachael Harrison an epidemiologist from Providence Hospital spoke about what the ...
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State confirms measles case in Alaskan who traveled overseas
We don’t want anyone to feel like the entire state has a measles outbreak.” If you’re concerned about exposure to measles, call your health care provider or the Alaska Section of ...
A measles outbreak is hitting Texas and New Mexico. The highly contagious virus explained, including how it spreads and how long symptoms last.
At least 58 cases of measles have been reported in West Texas within the last three weeks — marking the largest outbreak in ...
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Measles case confirmed on the southern Kenai Peninsula
The Alaska Department of Health ... carefully for signs and symptoms.” The state’s public health division said people have about 97% immunity to measles after two doses of the vaccine.
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Measles case confirmed in Alaska resident who traveled through Sea-Tac airport
Public Health said the person is a resident of Alaska and was likely exposed to measles while traveling abroad. Public Health also noted that a person's vaccine status is unknown. “Measles is ...