Measles Alert: Unvaccinated Minnesota Children at Risk as Cases Surge

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota health officials have confirmed three new measles cases in unvaccinated children this week, occurring in Anoka, Hennepin, and Ramsey counties. One case was reported on Monday, followed by two more on Thursday, with two of the children requiring hospitalization. The Minnesota Department of Health warns that initial symptoms of measles… Continue reading Measles Alert: Unvaccinated Minnesota Children at Risk as Cases Surge

West Nile Virus Confirmed in Minnesota and North Dakota This Season

West Nile virus has been confirmed in both Minnesota and North Dakota this season. There is a risk of contracting West Nile virus anytime mosquitoes are active. Health and Human Services recommends using insect repellent registered with the Environmental Protection Agency that contains ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, PMD, 2-undecanone,… Continue reading West Nile Virus Confirmed in Minnesota and North Dakota This Season