Measles case confirmed in New Jersey, health officials say
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
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A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
The Camden County Health Department has this mobile van in a number of locations aiming to get uninsured children vaccinated for free.
Health officials are warning about the growing number of measles cases and encouraging parents to get their children the recommended vaccinations.
Federal health officials encourage parents to get their children the recommended vaccinations before school begins.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
Health officials are warning of a potential measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is warning of a potential measles exposure at PHL on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend.
Measles is caused by a virus and is extremely contagious. The symptoms include a high fever, a dry cough, general aches and pains and a rash that starts on the arms and legs before spreading further.
Health officials in Pennsylvania are warning about possible measles exposures in the Philadelphia region.
Pennsylvania health officials are warning of three locations in Philadelphia and Montgomery counties where measles exposures could have happened.
More cases of measles have been reported so far this year, in less than four months, than in all of 2022. As of April 18, 125 cases were reported in 17 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
As of April 18th, 125 cases were reported in 17 states including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
The measles outbreak in Philadelphia has ended but another virus is surging in the region. Plus, hospitals around the area welcomed babies born on Leap Day. These stories and more in this week's Health Watch from CBS News Philadelphia.
A total of nine people tested positive for measles in Philadelphia.
According to health officials, 93% of Philadelphians are up-to-date on their measles vaccine so the outbreak didn't spread further.
The World Health Organization is warning about the rapid spread of measles around the world. As a Florida school district deals with confirmed cases, experts share why we're seeing the rise.
Every week on Health Watch we look at topics that impact our viewers and their wellbeing. In this week's episode, we're talking about the measles threat that is growing and health experts tell us why at least a third of the U.S. is at risk.
The CDC is warning doctors to be on the lookout for measles, which is a growing global health threat.
Nearly 9,000 schools are at risk of a measles outbreak because of low vaccination rates, a CBS News investigation found. Political influences, mistrust and misinformation are some of the reasons for growing vaccine hesitancy, experts say.
Thousands of schools are below a critical threshold to achieve herd immunity against measles, a CBS News investigation found.
Despite a safe and effective vaccine to protect against measles, a decrease in children getting immunized is leading to a comeback of the highly contagious and potentially deadly virus.
Experts say a community with a vaccination rate of 95% or higher is enough to prevent measles from spreading when a case occurs. Learn the symptoms to look for.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health confirmed a new case of measles earlier this week.
The final vote tally might not be available on Election Day in Pennsylvania. A rule about mail-in ballots explains why.
Former President Donald Trump has mischaracterized investigations into a number of voter registration applications in Pennsylvania.
Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday and several others are running in the race to become Pennsylvania Attorney General in the 2024 election.
New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer and state Rep. Mike Ramone are running to become the next governor of Delaware.
Sen. Bob Casey is vying for a fourth term against challenger and businessman Dave McCormick.
Many eyes will be on Pennsylvania this Election Day.
The final vote tally might not be available on Election Day in Pennsylvania. A rule about mail-in ballots explains why.
Former President Donald Trump has mischaracterized investigations into a number of voter registration applications in Pennsylvania.
Final polls before Election Day 2024 show Trump and Harris tied in key battleground states as Americans await results. See the latest updates and stream live coverage here.
Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday and several others are running in the race to become Pennsylvania Attorney General in the 2024 election.
The final vote tally might not be available on Election Day in Pennsylvania. A rule about mail-in ballots explains why.
Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday and several others are running in the race to become Pennsylvania Attorney General in the 2024 election.
Sen. Bob Casey is vying for a fourth term against challenger and businessman Dave McCormick.
Kamala Harris devoted much of her final full day on the campaign trail to reaching Latino voters in battleground Pennsylvania.
It was a busy day at the Chester County Government Center in West Goshen Township, as hundreds of people arrived to drop off their mail ballots on Monday.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is battling another multi-acre wildfire, this one in Waterford Township.
Plan on voting in person on Election Day? Here's how voters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can find their polling place.
A man died after he was shot by police during an alleged attempted burglary early Sunday morning in Haddon Township, the New Jersey attorney general's office said.
Dozens attended a vigil in Willingboro on Saturday in honor of Catherine and Marisol Nunez who were killed in a home invasion in Burlington County.
People living in Hadden Heights in South Jersey have had to travel to another town to buy alcohol. Things could change after Election Day.
New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer and state Rep. Mike Ramone are running to become the next governor of Delaware.
Plan on voting in person on Election Day? Here's how voters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can find their polling place.
New Jersey and Delaware poll workers have a long list of responsibilities. One of those roles is fashion police.
A shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, left a 22-year-old man dead and three others injured on Thursday afternoon, police said.
Thirty-two states require mail-in ballots to be received on or before Election Day, and some officials are encouraging voters to drop off ballots themselves instead of mailing them.
Rose Phillips works with Main Street to advocate for the Bucks County breast cancer community all year long.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Jefferson Health's new 3D-printed implants offer a life-changing option for patients who need spinal fusion.
Gene therapy has been revolutionary for people and it's also now being used in veterinary medicine.
Stephen Jennings and Samantha Mauser will run for the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation in the New York City Marathon.
The University of the Arts' nine-property, 760,000-square-foot campus portfolio in Center City is up for sale.
The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will end their print publications in 2025.
Montgomery County's Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed for good Sunday after baking up fresh bread, treats and tomato pies for more than 50 years.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
The 2024 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge event will shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge for a few hours on Sunday morning.
Interstate 76 in Philadelphia reopened between Montgomery Drive and City Ave after a brush fire on Thursday night.
State police said a man was killed in an accident on I-95 North in Newport, Delaware, on Tuesday night.
All lanes on Interstate 495 North between Terminal Avenue and 12th Street/Brandywine in Wilmington, Delaware, have reopened after a crash Tuesday morning.
Philadelphia City Council has unanimously approved a controversial new bill aimed at keeping cyclists safe and bike lanes clear.
Paul George called his performance "rusty" after he made his Sixers debut Monday after missing five games with a knee injury.
Jason Kelce apologized on "Monday Night Countdown" after a viral incident at Penn State on Saturday.
The Phillies acquired two pitchers in a series of roster moves Monday, shortly after MLB teams could start signing free agents.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown left Sunday's game against Jacksonville with a knee injury.
Barring a setback, Paul George will make his highly anticipated 76ers debut on Monday night against the Suns, CBS Sports reported.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Philly sports fans unite in South Philly this weekend as the Eagles, Sixers and Flyers all have home games. Plus, we're talking star-studded concerts and fall festivals.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Last year's reigning champs won the 2024 spooktacular house for the Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly in Burlington County, New Jersey.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner had a succinct message for anyone trying to disrupt polling places in the city on Election Day. Nikki DeMentri has an update on how voting is going in Philadelphia and Madeleine Wright is in Chester County.
It's Election Day and polls are now open across the Delaware Valley. Here are your top headlines across the Philadelphia region on this Election Day, plus the NEXT Weather forecast.
Democratic Rep. Andy Kim and Republican businessman Curtis Bashaw are on the ballot in New Jersey to fill the seat left vacant by convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, along with candidates from several smaller parties. It has been 52 years since New Jersey voters elected a Republican senator.
Rideshare apps Uber and Lyft have discounted rides to the polls on Election Day and other nonpartisan groups are helping get out the vote. One group encouraging voter participation is Philadelphia's Committee of Seventy, whose CEO Lauren Cristella joins CBS News Philadelphia to talk everything elections in the Keystone State.
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting in the city's Frankford section. Officials say the victim, a 28-year-old man who is partially paralyzed, was lying in bed when he was shot inside his home, Tuesday morning.