Measles surge prompts state of emergency in New York
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October 6, 2026
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency as measles cases surge across the state and neighbouring areas.
New York has recorded 108 confirmed cases so far this year, a dramatic increase from just one in 2023, according to The Guardian. Most cases have been reported in rural communities outside New York City.
The emergency declaration expands the number of health professionals authorised to administer measles vaccines and allows more people to order testing as authorities respond to the outbreak.
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