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Milwaukee doctor concerned about measles spread

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A Milwaukee doctor speaks on the risk of catching measles in Wisconsin as children start the new school year.

Breakdown
  • 25 measles cases have been confirmed in Oconto County, Wisconsin. 19s
  • Immunization rates in Milwaukee County are below herd immunity levels. 31s
  • Vulnerable groups include immunocompromised people, pregnant women, adults in their 20s, and young children. 54s
  • All confirmed measles cases were unvaccinated; two hospitalizations have occurred. 1m 38s
  • Wisconsin health officials are updating measles case data regularly and offering free vaccines. 1m 14s
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