NYC health department investigating measles outbreak
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The New York City Health Department says it's investigating a measles outbreak in northern Manhattan and the Bronx.
The department said Friday it has identified 16 cases — seven of them adults. Four of the patients have required hospitalization.
The Health Department says it's working with hospitals to prevent exposure to the virus in emergency departments.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}It's urging all New Yorkers to make sure they're vaccinated against measles.
Adults who don't know their vaccination history can be revaccinated or get a blood test to see if they are immune.