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Maryland Measles Outbreak: Cases Triple Before School

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UPDATE: August 28, 2026 This article was originally published July 17, 2026, when Maryland had confirmed 9 measles cases. The situation has changed substantially. The update below reflects current case counts and the formal outbreak declaration issued by MDH on August 25, 2026. Maryland is now in an active measles outbreak. The Maryland Department of…

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What Maryland Physicians Need to Know An active multi-country outbreak of Andes virus, the only hantavirus strain capable of person-to-person transmission, has prompted the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) to begin monitoring two state residents following potential exposure. While confirmed cases remain far from Maryland and the risk to patients is considered very low, the…

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