Panic is spreading through New York City as two cases of measles have been confirmed in a shelter for migrants. The Hall Street shelter in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, is now at the epicenter of this alarming outbreak.

This facility, part of the city’s Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center (HERRC), is supposed to be a safe haven for new arrivals, but now it's a quarantine zone.

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Quarantine Measures in Place

Authorities are taking swift action to contain the virus. The two infected individuals are isolated on one floor of the building. New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan assures that the Health Department and Health + Hospitals are mobilized to provide all necessary support and resources to those exposed.

Mass Testing and Quarantine Looming

Residents at the shelter who may have been exposed to the virus will undergo testing to determine their vaccination status. Those without vaccination proof face a daunting three-week quarantine period.

Vaccination Controversy

A spokesperson for Mayor Eric Adams revealed a controversial detail: migrants are offered, but not required, to get vaccines upon their arrival in New York City.

This voluntary vaccination policy is now under scrutiny.

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Community Risk Assessment

Despite the fear, health officials urge calm. Dr. Vasan emphasizes that the risk to the broader community remains low due to widespread vaccination coverage among New Yorkers. "Measles is preventable," Vasan asserts, stressing the importance of vaccination.

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A Preventable Crisis?

This outbreak serves as a reminder of the importance of vaccination. While the immediate threat to the wider community is minimal, the situation at the Hall Street shelter underscores the critical need for comprehensive vaccination strategies. Stay informed and protect your health by ensuring your vaccinations are up to date.

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