Knox County Health Department declares health emergency over measles

The Knox County Health Department in Indiana declared a health care emergency over measles on November 12, despite no known cases in the county. Officials said the declaration is intended to raise awareness and prevent an outbreak. The department is offering free MMR vaccinations and says children may receive doses earlier than usual during the emergency. Indiana had 145 reported cases, while the United States had 5,182 as of November 7.