measles

Measles has returned to Montana for the first time in decades. Health officials say parents should take precautions as cases are confirmed in their community. The schedule for measles vaccines in the U.S. calls for kids to get their first dose around 12 months and a second shot right before kindergarten.

Measles has been detected in Montana for the first time in 35 years. There are five cases confirmed so far. County health officials expect case numbers to rise among the unvaccinated.

Controversial bills to loosen rules on vaccine requirements in daycares and foster homes were voted down Thursday in the Montana House.Supporters say…

The number of confirmed measles cases in Washington state continues to grow amid a government-declared emergency there.Thirty-five confirmed cases and 11…

Montana health care providers are paying close attention to a second case of measles that was confirmed this week in Spokane.There are no confirmed cases…