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public-health14 days ago•5 min saved

Todd County Measles Cluster Hits 57 as Minnesota Reaches 36-Year High

Minnesota has recorded 80 measles cases in 2026, its highest annual total in 36 years. Todd County accounts for 57 of these cases, driven by vaccination rates far below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity. Health officials attribute the surge to post-pandemic vaccine skepticism, misinformation, and lower-than-average immunization levels in the region.

via MPR News|

#measles-outbreak #minnesota-health #mmr-vaccine

health-and-safety3 months ago•1 min saved

Minnesota shoppers brace for food safety fallout as national outbreaks surge

Minnesota residents are scrutinizing grocery purchases amid a spike in foodborne illnesses. While the state has 98 cyclosporiasis cases, none are linked to the major national lettuce outbreak. A separate salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños affects 27 states, including Minnesota, with 345 total cases nationwide. Shoppers are avoiding bagged lettuce and checking labels, though local health officials deem current numbers typical for the season.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#cyclosporiasis #food-safety #health-and-safety