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Measles Resurfaces in Kentucky | Bowling Green News
Kentucky’s facing a measles outbreak with 11 confirmed cases since August, mostly in Christian, Trigg, Todd, Washington, and Owen counties — and more are expected. Health Secretary Steven Stack is pushing for near-universal MMR vaccination, noting that while religious exemptions exist, medical ones are rare and most kids still get shots before kindergarten. This is the highest number of cases since 1991, a stark reminder that even old viruses can resurge if vaccination rates slip. Officials are tackling vaccine hesitancy with empathy, encouraging open dialogue and informed choices rather than…
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