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Two new measles cases prompt exposure alerts across Northern Virginia sites
health4 days ago

Two new measles cases prompt exposure alerts across Northern Virginia sites

Virginia health officials confirm two new measles cases in Northern Virginia, listing about 10 exposure sites including Harris Teeter (Manassas), Walmart, Marco’s Pizza, Bull Run Unitarian Universalists, Best Buy Outlet, Mountaintop Church, Lidl, Target (Manassas), a Gainesville Medical Center, and an Alexandria office building with specified exposure windows; residents who visited these locations during those times should monitor for measles symptoms for 21 days and isolate if symptoms appear. Report exposures to the Virginia Department of Health via a short online survey and check immunization status; two doses of vaccine or birth before 1957 are considered protected.

DC measles exposure prompts regional health alert as cases surface
health16 days ago

DC measles exposure prompts regional health alert as cases surface

DC health officials warn of possible measles exposure after three contagious cases linked to sites in the District and Northern Virginia, including Catholic University and major transit hubs, with Virginia reporting a preschool-age case. The exposure window spans late January into early February, and officials list dozens of potential exposure sites (ranging from a shrine and university buildings to trains and Reagan National Airport). Anyone who may have been exposed is urged to call DC Health at 844-493-2652 for guidance; public health officials emphasize measles’ high contagion rate and that vaccination greatly reduces risk.

Northern Virginia measles case triggers exposure-site alerts in Fairfax County
health20 days ago

Northern Virginia measles case triggers exposure-site alerts in Fairfax County

Virginia health officials confirmed an adult measles case in Northern Virginia, prompting exposure alerts for Fairfax County sites: Ian Apartment Complex in Herndon (Jan 23–Jan 31), Kumo Sushi in Herndon (Jan 24, 7–10 p.m.), Target in Reston (Jan 25, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.), Harris Teeter in Herndon (Jan 25, 2–5 p.m.), and Fairfax County Animal Shelter – West Ox Campus in Fairfax (Jan 31, 3–6 p.m.). If exposed, monitor for symptoms for 21 days and verify vaccination status (two doses or birth before 1957 provides protection); report exposures online via the Fairfax County Health Department survey and isolate if symptoms appear.

Measles case confirmed at UW–Madison; campus exposure sites listed
health23 days ago

Measles case confirmed at UW–Madison; campus exposure sites listed

Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services and Public Health Madison Dane County confirmed a measles case in a UW‑Madison student who was exposed during international travel. The case is not linked to the prior Wisconsin measles case in Waukesha County. Public health officials are identifying and notifying potentially exposed individuals, with a list of public exposure locations—including Brogden Psychology Building, Waismen Center, Genetics Building and Union South—posted on the DHS site; this marks Wisconsin’s second measles case of the year.

Measles Outbreak in Grand Traverse County Prompts Vaccination Efforts
health8 months ago

Measles Outbreak in Grand Traverse County Prompts Vaccination Efforts

A second case of measles has been confirmed in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, linked to the first case, prompting health officials to announce exposure sites and urge monitoring for symptoms. The virus is highly contagious, and residents who visited specific locations between June 4 and June 14 are advised to watch for symptoms and consider vaccination or post-exposure treatment. The local health department emphasizes the importance of routine vaccinations to prevent further spread.

Measles Exposure Alert: Detroit Child Diagnosed
health1 year ago

Measles Exposure Alert: Detroit Child Diagnosed

A 4-year-old child in Detroit has been diagnosed with measles, prompting the Detroit Health Department to release a list of exposure sites. The virus can remain in the air for up to two hours and individuals who were at the specified locations during the listed times are advised to monitor themselves for symptoms. The Health Department is offering vaccinations for measles and emphasizes the importance of being up to date on routine vaccines. Symptoms of measles include high fever, red, watery eyes, and a red, blotchy rash. The measles vaccine is considered highly effective, with two doses being about 97% effective at preventing the disease.