Measles Outbreak in Washington

IncSmart Washington (Small Business and Startups) - Measles Outbreak in Washington.  Two months of the steady growing outbreak is concentrated among children that have never been vaccinated.  Clark County Washington is situated north of the river from Portland Oregon.  The spread of the disease is also related to cases in Seattle and Vancouver.  The situation in Washington is dangerous.  

Washington is one of 17 states that allow parents to exempt their children form measles vaccinations.  Law makers want to remove these exemptions to protect the public.  There are 1 to 2 deaths for every 1000 cases reported.    The vaccine can reduce the risk of infection if received within 72 hours after exposure to a infected person.  Clark County in Washington has the largest outbreak in the country.  More than 800 students have been asked to stay away from the schools for three weeks.