Fwd: Health Department Investigating Measles Outbreak in Northern Manhattan and the Bronx

Health E-News March 7, 2014 Health Department Investigating Measles Outbreak in Northern Manhattan and the Bronx Department urges all New Yorkers to make sure they are vaccinated against measles Infants should be vaccinated at 12 months of age The Health Department announced today that it has identified 16 cases of measles in northern Manhattan and the Bronx. Seven adult cases and 9 pediatric cases have been identified to date. New Yorkers are urged to make sure all household members, including young children, are vaccinated. To date, there have been four hospitalizations as a result of this outbreak. Learn more Learn more about Measles Measles Information for Health Care Providers

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