Four measles cases confirmed in Seneca County
Four measles cases have been confirmed in Seneca County.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Four measles cases have been confirmed in Seneca County. The Seneca County Health Department was notified by the New York State Department of Health, which received confirmation from the Wadsworth Laboratory.
Health officials said one patient was unvaccinated and had recently traveled to Pennsylvania. Measles symptoms can appear seven to 14 days after exposure, or as long as 21 days, and may include a runny nose, cough, fever, red or watery eyes and sensitivity to light.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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