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First case of measles reported in Kentucky as US battles spread of disease

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The first confirmed case of measles has been reported in Kentucky , health authorities say.

An adult who had recently traveled to another country had contracted the disease.

The person had been at a Planet Fitness gym while infectious, potentially exposing others.

This is the first case of the disease in the state since 2023 .

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