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First Measles Case in Tennessee Amid National Outbreak

3/22/2025

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Tennessee has reported its first measles case of 2025 in Middle Tennessee, with the infected individual currently recovering at home. This alarming incident is part of a larger national outbreak, which has seen over 378 cases across 17 states. Health officials are urgently investigating the source of exposure and urging everyone to get vaccinated to prevent further spread.

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Tennessee has reported its first measles case of 2025 in Middle Tennessee, with the infected individual currently recovering at home. This alarming incident is part of a larger national outbreak, which has seen over 378 cases across 17 states. Health officials are urgently investigating the source of exposure and urging everyone to get vaccinated to prevent further spread.