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February 06, 2015

Montco teen suspected of having measles

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This undated image from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows an electron microscope image of a measles virus particle. Measles is considered one of the most infectious diseases in the world.

The Montgomery County Health Department is investigating a possible case of measles.

According to NBC Philadelphia, a physician reported that a 15-year-old boy might have the disease. Health officials are awaiting test results. If confirmed, it would be Pennsylvania's first case of measles since the California outbreak.

Meanwhile, the teen is quarantined at his home.

Officials have not revealed where the boy lives.

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