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Sacramento Bee
1 day ago
Coronavirus

Child measles case at Sacramento hospital may have exposed 200 people, health officials say

At least 200 residents exposed to measles at UC Davis Medical Center, highlighting the importance of vaccination and public health measures. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Public health

Measles could be easier to get than COVID-19, UCSF doctor says: Here's his warning as cases rise

Vaccination decline below 95% fuels rise in measles cases
Measles easier to contract than COVID, especially for unvaccinated individuals [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Health

Opinion: California has to worry about measles again. But there's hope

Measles is highly contagious, with one infected person likely to infect 12-18 unvaccinated individuals.
Measles can lead to immune amnesia, death especially in young children, and historically caused significant morbidity and mortality. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Health

Hundreds of people possibly exposed to measles at California hospital, officials say

Hundreds of people were possibly exposed to measles at a Northern California hospital.
Measles cases in the U.S. are on the rise, with concerns about reemergence highlighted by recent incidents. [ more ]
sfist.com
2 months ago
Health

One Kid May Have Exposed Up to 300 People to Measles at UC Davis Medical Center In Sacramento

Measles outbreak in Sacramento linked to unvaccinated child
Measles cases confirmed in 17 US states [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
Coronavirus

'California is buzzing with norovirus,' expert says. What to know about stomach flu spread

Norovirus is on the rise in the United States, especially during late fall, winter, and early spring.
Norovirus is the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea in the U.S., easily spread and impacting all age groups. [ more ]
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www.fastcompany.com
1 month ago
Public health

Measles outbreak 2024: CDC map and tracker shows cases have already surpassed all of 2023

Measles cases in the US already surpassed 2023 totals.
Measles complications can lead to permanent brain damage and death. [ more ]
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ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Health

Alameda Co. issues warning after possible measles exposure at San Leandro restaurant

Possible measles exposure at a San Leandro restaurant on March 9 from 4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Health officials advise those meeting specific criteria to contact a healthcare provider. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Health

Hamilton child isolating at home after catching measles overseas: public health | CBC News

Measles exposure at Toronto airport from a child returning from India
Measles is highly contagious and poses risks for vulnerable populations [ more ]
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Cbsnews
2 months ago
Health

4 cases of measles now confirmed at Chicago migrant shelter, including CPS student

Four cases of measles reported at Pilsen migrant shelter, with one being a CPS student.
Efforts underway to vaccinate migrants and contain the outbreak. [ more ]
WIRED
2 months ago
Public health

Measles Strikes a Florida Elementary School With Over 100 Unvaccinated Kids

Low vaccination rates lead to measles cluster
Measles highly contagious and can infect susceptible individuals easily [ more ]
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