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**Second Measles Case Confirmed in Leon County; Health Officials Urge Vaccination**

**TALLAHASSEE, FL -** A second case of measles has been reported in Leon County, according to the Florida Department of Health, bringing the state’s total to three. WTXL first reported the initial case earlier this week. The infected individual is between 15 and 19 years old and the source of the infection is currently unknown.

The news comes amid reports of over a thousand measles cases nationwide as of July. While concerning, local medical professionals are urging the public not to panic, emphasizing the effectiveness of the measles vaccine.

“It is always, you know, concerning when we start to see certain illnesses,” said TMH Family Physician Dr. Del Carter, speaking with WTXL’s Brieanna Smith. “A lot of physicians who are trained in the United States have likely never seen measles. With that being said, we’re pushing for vaccinations.”

Measles is a highly contagious virus characterized by rash, fever, and red eyes. The CDC reports that one dose of the measles vaccine is approximately 93% effective, while two doses provide 97% protection.

“We can get herd immunity by having a certain amount of the population vaccinated,” Dr. Carter said.

Local residents expressed mixed reactions to the news. Jose Gonzalez remarked, “It’s surprising to see a measles case in the current day.” James Waczewski voiced concerns about younger children who are not yet eligible for vaccination. “I think most of us who are adults have been vaccinated. I think the concern is usually for the kids, for the little babies that haven’t been vaccinated.”

Dr. Carter identified unvaccinated individuals, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems as being most at risk. He reiterated the importance of basic hygiene practices, such as handwashing and avoiding contact with sick individuals. He advises anyone experiencing potential symptoms to contact their primary physician and urges those who have not been vaccinated to consider doing so.

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