Measles Outbreak in Minnesota
Two more measles cases have been confirmed in Minnesota, bringing the state's total to 20.
Last year, Minnesota reported 70 measles cases, but this year the number was 0 until recently. Fifteen of the 20 cases have been from exposures within the United States, 4 have been imported cases, and 1 case-patient has an unknown exposure.
- 18 of the 20 measles cases in the state have been in children.
- The 2 newly reported cases involve unvaccinated children in Ramsey and Hennepin counties.
The Minnesota Department of Health said the children likely contracted measles from an unvaccinated adult.
In contrast, Mexico is experiencing a large ongoing measles outbreak, resulting in 22 deaths and 4,879 confirmed cases through October 11.
Author's summary: Measles cases rise in Minnesota.