Six confirmed measles cases, 14 presumed infected across upstate NY
Measles cases are rising in upstate New York as schools prepare to reopen.
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The story so far
The first confirmed measles cases in upstate New York were reported by WXXI News. The initial report identified six confirmed cases and 14 presumed infections across the region. The Hornell Evening Tribune and Livingston County News later confirmed that Allegany County had three cases. WIVB News 4 added that Allegany County had two confirmed cases and 10 presumed infections.
The Democrat and Chronicle provided information on what the public should know as the school year approaches. WXXI News and WIVB News 4 both focused on Allegany County, with WIVB News 4 specifying the number of presumed cases. The Hornell Evening Tribune and Livingston County News also reported on Allegany County, with the latter adding a confirmed case in Steuben County. The current state of measles cases in upstate New York is six confirmed and 14 presumed infections.
Allegany County has the highest number of cases, with two confirmed and 10 presumed infections. Steuben County has one confirmed case.
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Coverage (5)
- Measles cases reported across NY as school year approaches. Here's what to know Democrat and Chronicle · 18h ago
- Number of Allegany County confirmed measles cases now at three Hornell Evening Tribune · 18h ago
- Second measles case confirmed in Allegany County; one case confirmed in Steuben Livingston County News · 18h ago
- 2 confirmed, 10 presumed measles cases in Allegany County WIVB News 4 · 18h ago
- Six confirmed measles cases, 14 presumed infected across upstate NY WXXI News · 18h ago
The obvious questions
How many measles cases have been confirmed in upstate New York?
Six confirmed measles cases have been reported across upstate New York.
Which counties have reported measles cases?
Allegany County and Steuben County have reported measles cases.
What is the current status of measles infections in Allegany County?
Allegany County has two confirmed measles cases and 10 presumed infections.
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