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2 More Measles Cases Confirmed In Chicago For Total Of 10; One New Case Is At Migrant Shelter

Two of the 10 measles patients from the shelter have also now been confirmed to be Chicago Public Schools students.

(CBS Chicago)

March 14, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Chicago Department of Public Health on Wednesday announced two new confirmed cases of measles – one of which was in the migrant shelter in Pilsen where most of the cases have originated.

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This makes a total of 10 cases of measles citywide, and eight associated with the migrant shelter. It is not known where the other new measles patient was exposed.

Two of the 10 measles patients from the shelter have also now been confirmed to be Chicago Public Schools students.

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