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Health department: no local measles outbreak; rabies caution and free screenings announced
Summary
Sim County health staff told the Westside meeting there are no Central Florida measles outbreaks despite 1,567 U.S. cases this year; officials warned about rabies risk from bats, announced a heart-health class and TB screening day, and a local clinic noted a temporary closure for repairs.
Miss Paul of the Sim County Department of Health said measles is "a very highly contagious disease" and reported 1,567 U.S. cases so far in 2026 while noting there have been no measles outbreaks in Central Florida and no local cases. She said county residents should call health officials with concerns and promised monthly updates at the community meeting.
Miss Paul also warned that bat…
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