On Measles, Orange County Wants to Bring ‘Immunity to the Community’
Later this month, Orange County is hosting a public symposium on measles, part of a push to urge parents to get their kids vaccinated.
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On Air Today: Orange County Measles Symposium, ‘Bringing Immunity to the Community’
Orange County medical director Erica Pettigrew joins Aaron to discuss an upcoming public symposium on measles and the MMR vaccine.
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As Measles Cases Mount in the US, What’s the Situation Worldwide?
The U.S. registered its first death from measles since 2015 this week. While more common globally, the virus’ numbers are up in recent years.
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Thousands of US Kindergartners Unvaccinated Without Waivers
States are heatedly debating whether to make it more difficult for students to avoid vaccinations...
Read MoreMeasles Outbreak Sparks Vaccination Debate
A Measles outbreak across portions of the United States has sparked concern from parents here in Orange County and enflamed the debate over vaccinations. Stacy Shelp, Public Information Officer with Orange County Health...
Read MoreOrange County Recognized for Measles Prevention
Your local health department has been recognized by the NC Division of Public Health for its speedy response to this year’s measles outbreak.
Read MoreHYAA Baseball Attendees Possible Measles Exposure
Nine cases of the measles have been confirmed in Orange County, 23 in North Carolina.
Read MoreOC Health Department Still On Alert For New Measles Cases
HILLSBOROUGH- Health Department officials say the measles outbreak in Orange County is under control, but we’re not out of the woods yet. Communications Manager Stacy Shelp says the recent outbreak seems to be winding down....
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