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Measles Spreads in Upstate New York | Buffalo News
Measles is surging in Upstate New York, with over 20 confirmed cases in weeks—Seneca County alone has 3 confirmed and expects 2 more, while Allegheny County reports at least 4 confirmed and dozens suspected. Symptoms mimic flu or cold, but the real danger? You can spread measles for 21 days after exposure, and one unvaccinated person can infect 12–18 others. Health officials are rushing to vaccinate 131 people this month, bringing shots directly to homes to stop spread. Past outbreaks like NYC’s 2018–2019 (600+ cases) show what happens when vaccination rates drop. Vaccination remains the best…
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