Delaware records second measles case in Kent County
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Delaware’s Division of Public Health has confirmed the state’s second measles case, both unvaccinated adult men in Kent County, with extensive contact tracing underway; officials stress vaccination as the best protection—MMR is about 97% effective after two doses—and urge residents to check vaccination records, access DelVAX, and get vaccinated at clinics or pharmacies; those exposed should monitor symptoms and seek care promptly.
- Delaware confirms second measles case, both in Kent County WDEL
- DPH Confirms Second Positive Measles Case and Encourages Unvaccinated Residents to Seek Vaccination State of Delaware News (.gov)
- Delaware confirms two measles cases in more than a decade, officials urge vaccinations WBOC TV
- Unvaccinated Kent County man becomes 1st Delaware measles case in more than a decade 6abc Philadelphia
- Delaware declares measles outbreak, 4 confirmed cases all in unvaccinated patients FOX 29 Philadelphia
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