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Two measles cases have emerged in New York City. Here’s what to know and how to protect yourself.
As measles outbreaks emerge nationwide, New York City has two confirmed cases this year. Here’s what you need to know about the disease — from how contagious it is to how you can protect yourself from it.

Measles, New York City

Measles confirmed in New York City infant and child. Here's how the virus can affect children.
New York City confirms two unrelated measles cases
2 unconnected measles cases confirmed in New York City
What to Know About Measles Cases in New York and New Jersey
New York and New Jersey have issued advisories urging residents to be alert for symptoms and to check their vaccination status. Symptoms can include a rash, fever, cough and eye inflammation, and the virus can sometimes cause pneumonia or brain swelling, both of which can be deadly.
New York City officials report second measles case as Texas outbreak continues
West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30
Health officials say West Texas now has almost 200 measles cases and New Mexico’s case number has tripled to 30
Texas Measles Outbreak Doubles Over Two Weeks
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Measles in NY: How many cases so far? How fast the virus can spread
As the Texas measles outbreak grows and New York reports its second case, prior outbreaks offer clues about how fast the virus spreads, how it stops.
New Measles Cases Reported in New York City, New Jersey
New cases of the measles have been reported in New York City and New Jersey as an outbreak in Texas - which has already led to one child's death - continues, USA Today reports. The New York Department of Health said two cases have been reported in NYC,
Do You Need Another Measles Shot?
New York officials have released a health advisory about the disease as cases surge in Texas. They advise checking your vaccination record.
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How physicians should talk to parents of unvaccinated children who have contracted measles
What physician Adam Ratner learned when talking to the parents of unvaccinated children who contracted measles during the 2018-2019 New York City outbreak.