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NM Deputy Epidemiologist offers advice amidst measles outbreak

Vials of the vaccine known as MMR. It protects against measles, mumps and rubella diseases.
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Vials of the vaccine known as MMR. It protects against measles, mumps and rubella diseases.

KC Counts talks with Dr. Chad Smelser, deputy state epidemiologist, about the measles outbreak and how to protect yourself and your family.

KC Counts has been broadcasting to Southern New Mexico and West Texas audiences for over 30 years. KC is up early with listeners for "Morning Edition" weekdays, "Performance Today" from 9-11, "Here and Now" from 12-2, and on Saturdays. You might also see her on KRWG-TV.