New York has reported 108 measles cases as of Oct. 3, with 92 of those occurrences since July 15 concentrated in rural areas. The emergency declaration comes as infections rise across the United States.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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NY Governor Hochul Suspends Adult Vaccine Consent for 108 Measles Cases
US Politics15 days ago
Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency on Oct. 5 to combat a measles outbreak that has primarily affected rural parts of New York. The executive order, which remains in effect through Nov. 4, 2026, removes the requirement for individual consent for MMR vaccinations of adults 19 and over and permits paramedics and emergency medical services providers to administer the vaccine.
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