Number of measles cases increases in Platte County

Four confirmed measles cases in Platte County have been reported to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, all of which are limited to a single household, with two cases currently active. Thus far, no community spread has been identified. Due to privacy, no further information will be provided.

Immunization is the most effective way to protect against the measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Children should receive the first dose of the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine between 12 and 15 months of age, followed by a second dose between four and six years of age. DHH...