Amid the ongoing national debate over vaccination and mass deportation . . . Here's public health news that should merit concern from locals on all side of the political spectrum . . . Check-it:
"The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Kansas City Health Department are investigating a confirmed measles case in an unvaccinated adult.
"The Kansas City Health Department said Tuesday there has not been a measles case in a Kansas City resident since 2018.
"Measles remains one of the most contagious diseases, with the potential for serious complications. The good news is that MMR vaccination is an effective way to prevent measles, KCHD Director Dr. Marvia Jones said in part in a press release."
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
Health officials report first confirmed measles case in a Kansas City resident since 2018
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