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Maryland Declares Measles Outbreak in Three Counties Amid Surge in Unvaccinated Cases
health1 month ago

Maryland Declares Measles Outbreak in Three Counties Amid Surge in Unvaccinated Cases

The Maryland Department of Health declared a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll, and Cecil counties after confirming 14 new cases among unvaccinated residents. While no public exposures were identified, the state has recorded 31 cases in 2026, with 27 occurring since July 15. Officials emphasize that the risk remains low for vaccinated individuals and are urging residents to check their immunization status.

via Patch|
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Maryland Declares Measles Outbreak in Three Counties as Unvaccinated Cases Reach 31
health1 month ago

Maryland Declares Measles Outbreak in Three Counties as Unvaccinated Cases Reach 31

Maryland health officials declared a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll, and Cecil counties after identifying 14 new confirmed cases among unvaccinated residents. The state now reports 31 total cases for 2026, with 27 linked to unvaccinated individuals. While officials note no evidence of widespread community transmission, infectious disease experts warn that measles is highly contagious, with a 90% infection rate for unvaccinated exposed individuals. Vaccination remains critical to protect vulnerable populations, including the immunocompromised, as the virus can cause severe complications like pneumonia and encephalitis.

via WTOP News|
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Maryland Declares Measles Outbreak in Three Counties as Unvaccinated Cases Surge
health1 month ago

Maryland Declares Measles Outbreak in Three Counties as Unvaccinated Cases Surge

The Maryland Department of Health declared a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll, and Cecil counties on August 24, 2026, following the confirmation of 14 new cases among unvaccinated residents. Statewide, Maryland has recorded 31 cases this year, with 27 occurring since July 15. Officials emphasize that transmission is primarily within households and that no public exposures have been identified for the latest cluster.

via NBC4 Washington|
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Tornado warnings expire in St. Mary’s County as severe weather clears the D.C. region
weather2 months ago

Tornado warnings expire in St. Mary’s County as severe weather clears the D.C. region

The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for central St. Mary’s County, Maryland, on August 20, 2026, affecting areas including Lexington Park and Leonardtown until 7:30 p.m. EDT. A broader tornado watch covered parts of the D.C. region until 10 p.m., with severe thunderstorm watches in western counties. Storms brought damaging winds, heavy rain, and a slight tornado risk, but the threat ended by evening, leaving Friday dry and cooler.

via Capital Weather|
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