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Saturday, October 17, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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CDC sends a disease detective to help fight Pennsylvania's measles outbreak

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Pennsylvania has reported more than 1,200 cases this year, the largest U.S. outbreak in decades. Two doses of the MMR vaccine are the best protection; check your records if you're unsure you're covered.

Source: NBC News

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