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Coverage dated November 4, 2026 to November 6, 2026

New potential measles exposure site in southern Iowa, 50 total cases reported

Headline from WHO 13 Des Moines

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Earlier this week, the Iowa HHS confirmed the state's 50th measles case. On Friday, officials identified a new potential exposure site in southern Iowa. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Resources announced Wednesday that 50 cases of measles have been identified across Iowa…

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    Measles cases hit 50 in Iowa with new exposure sites identified (opens WHO 13 Des Moines)

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    DES MOINES, Iowa -- Officials have confirmed 50 cases of measles across the state as health officials investigate a potential northern Iowa exposure site. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made the announcement Wednesday, saying 50 cases of measles have been confirmed in Iowa in 2026.

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    New potential measles exposure site in southern Iowa, 50 total cases reported (opens WHO 13 Des Moines)

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    DES MOINES, Iowa -- Earlier this week, the Iowa HHS confirmed the state's 50th measles case. On Friday, officials identified a new potential exposure site in southern Iowa. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Resources announced Wednesday that 50 cases of measles have been identified across Iowa…