Measles Cases Continue Their Rise In Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Department of Health released their latest update on the measles outbreak in Pennsylvania. Since November 4, there have been 20 newly confirmed cases of measles. That brings the total number of cases to 1487 across 45 counties. There have been 287 total hospitalizations and 6 confirmed measles associated deaths. The Department of Health says that the best protection against the measles is being fully vaccinated. The MMR vaccine administered over two doses provides 97% lifetime protection.