State of emergency declared in the state of Washington due to a measles epidemic

The state of emergency in the state of Washington, Washington, due to the measles epidemic and injuries of more than twenty people, mainly children.

The United States declared eradication in 2000, but post-outbreak cases were associated with cases of infection and non-vaccination against the disease.

"Measles is very contagious and can be deadly for young children," said Washington Governor Guy Inzley in a statement. Confirming the existence of more than 26 confirmed cases in Washington State, which would have created a serious risk to public health, could spread to other regions.

The outbreak began near Portland early in the year and quickly spread to nearby Clark and Keng counties, both located in the state of Washington.

Health officials urged those affected not to visit schools, churches, doctors' clinics, shops and the airport.

Most of those infected with the disease were children, many of whom had not been vaccinated.

According to them, the epidemic could still be in its infancy, the incubation period of the virus continuing to 14 days. Patients can transmit the disease to other patients four days before the rash or four days later.

Gastroenteritis is caused by severe diarrhea, pneumonia, loss of vision and possibly death.

In November, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned of an increase of more than 30% in measles cases in 2017 compared to the previous year, in part because children do not have the disease. Were not immune to the disease.