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Delaware’s First Measles Case in Years | Dover News
Delaware’s first measles case in over a decade has sparked a public health alert — a man in Kent County, unvaccinated, tested positive on July 20th. Officials are urgently tracing contacts to ensure they’re vaccinated or informed. Measles is highly contagious, spreads through air and surfaces, and can cause pneumonia, brain swelling, or death. The MMR vaccine is 97% effective with two doses — first at 12–15 months, second at 4–6 years. Check your records via DelVAX or your doctor’s office, and get vaccinated if you’re unsure — it’s a simple step with life-saving impact. Listen in comfort:Get…
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