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Iowa Reports First Measles Case of 2026 | Des Moines News
Iowa reports its first measles case of 2026 — a vaccinated adult who caught it overseas — sparking alarm as cases surge nationwide, with over 2,170 confirmed so far. Measles is highly contagious, hospitalizes 1 in 5, and even vaccinated people can get it, though symptoms are usually milder. With only 10 Iowa counties hitting the critical 95% MMR vaccination mark for kids, experts warn vigilance is key to stopping outbreaks. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary…
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