UPDATE: Health Officials Confirm Multiple Measles Cases in St. Mary's County; Possible Exposure at Three Locations Announced
Health officials confirm multiple measles cases in St. Mary's County, Maryland, bringing the state's total to 11.
The brief
Multiple measles cases have been confirmed in St. Mary's County, Maryland. These cases involve residents who recently traveled out of state.
Health officials have identified three locations where possible exposure may have occurred. Coverage from FOX 5 DC, WJLA, The Baltimore Banner, and Southern Maryland News Net emphasizes the rise in total cases to 11 within the state. Reports indicate that hospitals and first responders in St.
Mary's County are implementing safety precautions. Future updates will likely focus on the specific exposure locations announced by health officials and the progress of the ongoing investigation.
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Quick answers
How many measles cases are now confirmed in Maryland?
According to FOX 5 DC, there are now 11 confirmed cases.
Where did the recent cases originate?
Coverage from The Baltimore Banner and WJLA states the cases were contracted following out-of-state travel.
What actions are being taken in St. Mary's County?
Southern Maryland News Net reports that health officials are investigating and that first responders and hospitals are taking safety precautions.
Coverage (5)
- Two more Marylanders contract measles from out-of-state travel The Baltimore Banner · 4h ago
- Health Officials Investigating Possible Measles Case; Hospital and First Responders Taking Safety Precautions in St. Mary's County Southern Maryland News Net · 4h ago
- 2 more measles cases confirmed in Maryland, bringing total to 11 FOX 5 DC · 4h ago
- 2 Southern Maryland residents confirmed with measles after recent travels WJLA · 4h ago
- UPDATE: Health Officials Confirm Multiple Measles Cases in St. Mary's County; Possible Exposure at Three Locations Announced Southern Maryland News Net · 4h ago
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