With 17 confirmed cases of measles reported across Montana, some residents in Cascade County have growing concerns after a person infected with measles from Hill County visited Prospect Heights Medical Center, potentially exposing dozens more.

One of those most vulnerable is newborn River Daniel Kaupish. His mother, Samantha Kaupish, is overjoyed with her baby but also filled with worry.

New mom explains her concerns about measles: Growing concerns over measles exposure in Great Falls

“He’s not eligible for the vaccine until at least six months,” Samantha said, explaining the anxiety many parents of infants face amid the outbreak.

Though the vaccine age for infants has been lowered to six months, it’s still considered a ‘zero dose’ meaning children are still encouraged to get vacci

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