KING COUNTY, Wash. The first case of measles in Washington state this year has been identified in a King County infant.
Public Health Seattle & King County was notified of the confirmed case We… [+3406 chars]
First case of measles in WA this year identified, officials warn of King County exposure locations - KING5.com
Measles is extremely infectious, and health officials have identified several potential exposure locations across the county.
By:Mia Hunt
Source:KING5.com
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