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Measles Case Confirmed in Olmsted County

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A child under 5 has contracted measles in Olmsted County, as confirmed by Olmsted County Public Health Services on October 17. The child is symptomatic, not vaccinated against measles, and had recently traveled internationally, posing a risk to those around them. Mayo Clinic, where the patient was seen, is working closely with public health authorities to ensure community safety and is contacting patients, families, and staff who were exposed to the virus.

Key Takeaways:

  • One case of measles has been confirmed in a child under 5 in Olmsted County, with the child being symptomatic and not vaccinated against measles.
  • The child recently traveled internationally, increasing the risk of transmission to others.
  • Olmsted County Public Health Services is working with the Minnesota Department of Health to contact those who were exposed to the case.
  • Unvaccinated individuals or those who have not had measles are most at risk and should watch for symptoms.
  • Mayo Clinic is contacting patients, families, and staff who were exposed to the virus, providing guidance and ensuring community safety.
  • Infection prevention protocols are in place, and teams are responding to the situation swiftly and effectively.
  • Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, watery eyes, runny nose, and a rash that spreads across the body.
  • Vaccinations are the best way to prevent measles, and children can receive their first dose between 12-15 months old or as early as 6 months old if traveling internationally.
  • As of October 1, the Minnesota Department of Health had recorded 10 measles cases in the state, with a total of 20 cases statewide this year.

Statistics:

  • One confirmed case of measles in a child under 5 in Olmsted County.
  • The child is not vaccinated against measles.
  • The child recently traveled internationally.
  • Olmsted County Public Health Services is working with 20 individuals who were potentially exposed to the measles virus.
  • Mayo Clinic is contacting 50 patients, families, and staff who were exposed to the virus.
  • 10 measles cases confirmed in the state as of October 1, with 20 total cases statewide this year.

Sources:

  • Olmsted County Public Health Services press release, October 17
  • Mayo Clinic statement, October 17
  • Minnesota Department of Health news release, October 1
  • Duluth News Tribune, October 19

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