Governor Hochul declares emergency over growing New York measles outbreak
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state disaster emergency over a growing measles outbreak, with 108 cases confirmed across the state as of 3 October 2026. The declaration expands access to MMR vaccines as cases rise, particularly in rural communities. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania has recorded more than 1,000 cases, while the Pan American Health Organization is set to review the measles-free status of the US and Mexico in November.
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