Measles cases confirmed in Kentucky and Wisconsin

Health officials have confirmed new measles cases in Kentucky and Wisconsin. In Kentucky, a case was reported in Lewis County, marking the first in that county during an ongoing statewide outbreak. Kentucky has recorded 48 confirmed cases, including five hospitalizations. Of those infected, 47 were unvaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status. The cases involve 10 children under five, 20 children and teenagers between five and 17, and 18 adults.

In Wisconsin, a resident in Marathon County tested positive after exposure during out-of-state travel. This specific case is not linked to the separate measles outbreak occurring in southwest Wisconsin. Wisconsin has confirmed 164 cases this year, with the vast majority of patients being unvaccinated. Five people have been hospitalized in Wisconsin as health officials work to identify potential exposure locations in Marathon County.