(Undated) — Measles cases are on the rise nationwide. The CDC says so far this year there are 58 cases in 17 states, including Illinois. Measles is a serious, highly contagious disease caused by a virus. The virus is spread easily through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes or by direct contact with infected nose or throat secretions. According to the IDPH, with effective childhood immunization programs, measles cases in the United States, Canada, and other countries have dropped by 99 percent. To learn more find the Crawford County Health Department on Facebook.
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