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Members of the Plain community in Lancaster County share views as measles cases rise
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Key Points:
- Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, has reported 268 measles cases, the highest in the state, along with two deaths linked to the disease.
- Members of the Plain community in Lancaster County shared varied perspectives, with some avoiding infection, others relying on natural immunity, and some emphasizing personal choice regarding vaccination.
- Health experts highlight that all measles cases in Lancaster County involved unvaccinated individuals and are expanding outreach efforts to inform the Plain community.
- The Pennsylvania Department of Health now recommends an additional measles vaccine dose for children starting at six months, alongside the standard dose at 12 months.
- The University of Maryland Amish Research Center is actively working to provide accurate information about measles to the affected community.
