DHS Confirms Case of Measles in Dane County
Health officials investigating to identify possible exposures
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed a case of measles in an individual living in Dane County, with travel and employment in Rock County. DHS, in coordination with Public Health Madison & Dane County and Rock County Public Health, are working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed to the measles virus. Additional information will be shared as the investigation continues.
Wisconsin residents can find their immunization records using the Wisconsin Immunization Registry (WIR). Instructions are available in English, Spanish, and Hmong. If you are unable to access your records, please contact your doctor’s office or your local health department.
If you are not up to date with the MMR vaccine, getting the MMR vaccine within 72 hours of being exposed to measles may give some protection against the disease, or you could have a milder illness. The MMR vaccine is available at area doctor’s offices or clinics, local health departments, and some local pharmacies. If you do not have health insurance, or your insurance may not cover vaccines, the Vaccines for Children and Vaccines for Adults programs may be able to help.
If you think you have measles, please call your local doctor’s office or clinic before visiting a location. For free, confidential assistance finding a doctor or community clinic near you, dial 211.
Visit the DHS measles webpage for more information.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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