New York Declares Measles Disaster Emergency as US Faces Worst Outbreak in More Than 30 Years
New York has declared a statewide disaster emergency over a growing measles outbreak, as the United States faces its worst year for the disease in more than three decades. Governor Kathy Hochul’s order came after the state recorded 108 measles cases through October 3, including 92 since July 15, with most linked to under-immunised rural communities. The emergency declaration, which remains in effect until November 4, expands access to measles, […]
