MDHHS reports 6th measles case this year
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July 15, 2024
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Jessica Mathews / [email protected]
A new case of measles has been identified in Macomb County and the state strongly recommends vaccination.
Press release:
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Macomb County Health Department (MCHD) are reporting a recently identified case of measles in a child in Macomb County – the sixth case in the state in 2024. The child was diagnosed on July 3. The child’s exposure to measles is under investigation. There is no known international travel associated with this case.
“Preventing measles is simple – all residents should get vaccinated to prevent this disease,” said Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical officer. “Vaccination can prevent illness and give you peace of mind if you or a family member is exposed to the virus. As we prepare for back-to-school season, now is a good time to check with your doctor to make sure you have received all of your vaccinations.”
Michigan residents can contact their doctor or visit their local health department for more information on how to get the vaccine and schedule an appointment. Children eligible for the Vaccines for Children program can receive the vaccine from a provider participating in that program.
MDHHS and MCHD are also warning the public about the possibility of exposure to this case in parts of southeast Michigan from June 24 to July 2. Because the measles virus can remain airborne for up to two hours after an infected person leaves an area, people who have been in the following locations may have been exposed to the virus:
-Motel 6, 8300 Chicago Road, Warren, June 26.
-Children’s Hospital of Michigan Troy Emergency Department, 350 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, June 30, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
MCHD is currently conducting contact tracing to identify additional exposure locations within this time period. Exposed employees at the Motel 6 and Children’s Hospital locations have been notified and are being monitored by local health authorities.
If you believe you may have been exposed to the virus in any of these locations, contact your health care provider or MCHD at 586-783-8190 for vaccination information and health advice. In addition, anyone who has been exposed to the virus should monitor for symptoms such as fever, respiratory illness, or rash for 21 days. If symptoms occur, call before visiting a doctor, urgent care, or emergency room so precautions can be taken to avoid infecting others.
A link to the full publication is provided.