United States: NY county declares measles emergency
A county in New York state has declared a state of emergency following an outbreak of measles. Rockland County barred unvaccinated children from public spaces after 153 cases were confirmed. Violating the order will be punishable by a fine of $500 (£378) and up to six months in prison. The announcement follows outbreaks in Washington, […]
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A county in New York state has declared a state of emergency following an outbreak of measles.
Rockland County barred unvaccinated children from public spaces after 153 cases were confirmed.
Violating the order will be punishable by a fine of $500 (£378) and up to six months in prison.
The announcement follows outbreaks in Washington, California, Texas and Illinois.
Vaccination rates have dropped in the US with many parents objecting for philosophical or religious reasons.