Measles in Essex County No Panic | Montpelier News

Measles popped up in Essex County, New York — but don’t panic: one unvaccinated person got sick after exposure, quarantined properly, and health officials say the outbreak was contained with zero public risk. As New York State sees 40 measles cases this year — mostly since July — experts stress the importance of staying up to date on MMR vaccines, especially before travel. Cooperation and vaccination prevented further spread. Measles is deadly, highly contagious, and can cause pneumonia, brain swelling, or death — so check your shots and get them if you’re unsure. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bb341cb1df1a3734