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WAYNE COUNTY, Mich. – Well being officers are reporting Michigan’s second case of measles because the 2019 outbreak.

On Sunday, March 3, 2024, Wayne County Public Well being confirmed a case of measles linked to worldwide journey in an grownup within the county. This case is just not linked to the case of measles in an Oakland County baby.

Measles is a extremely contagious and preventable illness that’s brought on by a virus. It might unfold by means of direct person-to-person contact and the air. The measles virus can reside within the air for as much as two hours.

Well being officers are working to determine anybody who could have been uncovered by means of this case. Anybody who was on the following places on the listed instances, is just not absolutely vaccinated, or has not but been contacted by officers ought to attain out for extra info.

Listed here are the places of potential measles publicity:

• WellStreet/Beaumont Pressing Care at 23100 Michigan Ave in Dearborn on February 27 between 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

• CVS Pharmacy (#8128) at 2701 S. Telegraph Rd in Dearborn on February twenty seventh between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

• Henry Ford GoHealth Pressing Care at 26763 Ford Rd in Dearborn Heights on February twenty ninth between 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

• Corewell Emergency Division at 18101 Oakwood Blvd in Dearborn on February twenty ninth between 3 p.m. and eight:00 p.m.

Anybody who meets the factors are requested to instantly contact WCHD at PHECC@waynecounty.com with their identify, finest telephone quantity, and tackle. Anybody with potential publicity ought to monitor themselves for as much as 21 days from the date of publicity for signs.

On Friday, Feb. 23, 2024, Michigan well being officers mentioned {that a} baby in Oakland County has measles. The kid’s case is believed to be linked to worldwide journey and officers don’t imagine anybody exterior of the kid’s dwelling was uncovered to the virus.

The final time somebody in Michigan had measles was through the 2019 outbreak. That yr there have been 46 circumstances confirmed throughout the state.

Well being officers mentioned 90% of unvaccinated people who find themselves uncovered to measles will turn out to be contaminated. Measles could cause critical well being issues, particularly in kids youthful than 5. One in 5 individuals within the U.S. who get measles will have to be hospitalized.

Not together with Michigan’s new case, 41 measles circumstances have been reported thus far this yr in 15 different states.

—> Michigan reports first measles case since 2019 outbreak: What to know

Indicators and signs of measles

The primary signs of measles normally present up seven to 14 days after publicity, however they will take so long as 21 days to seem.

Signs embrace:

• Excessive fever (could spike to over 104˚F).

• Cough.

• Runny nostril.

• Purple, watery eyes (conjunctivitis).

Two to a few days after the preliminary signs start, Koplik spots could seem contained in the mouth. These are tiny white spots that present up on the internal cheeks, gums, and roof of the mouth.

Three to 5 days after signs start, the measles rash could seem. This can be a rash that’s crimson, raised, and blotchy. It normally begins on the face and spreads to the remainder of the physique.

In the event you imagine you could have measles, it’s best to name your physician or emergency room to allow them to put together and keep away from exposing others to the virus.

How efficient is the measles vaccine?

Well being officers mentioned the vaccine could be very protected and extremely efficient.

According to the CDC, two doses of the measles vaccine are about 97% efficient at stopping measles when you’re uncovered to the virus. One dose of the vaccine is believed to be about 93% efficient. You might be thought-about absolutely protected about two to a few weeks after getting the vaccine.

In case you are unvaccinated and uncovered to the virus, well being officers say getting the measles vaccine inside 72 hours of publicity can assist scale back your danger of growing measles.

Some individuals with weakened immune programs could not have the ability to get the vaccine.

“Getting vaccinated is one of the simplest ways to guard ourselves and our family members from potential outbreaks of ailments like measles,” mentioned Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical government. “You will need to be certain our households are updated on all routine vaccines to forestall the unfold of extreme sickness and illness. Now is a superb time to verify along with your well being care supplier to ensure you are present with all of your vaccines.”

2019 Michigan measles outbreak

In 2019, there have been at the least 46 confirmed measles circumstances in Michigan.

That yr there have been 1,274 measles circumstances throughout 31 states, in keeping with the CDC.

That was the best variety of circumstances reported within the U.S. since 1992. The vast majority of circumstances had been amongst individuals who weren’t vaccinated towards measles.

To offer that quantity some perspective, there have been 375 circumstances in 2018, and 13 circumstances in 2020.

Find out how to verify your vaccination standing in Michigan

Individuals who have been vaccinated in Michigan can verify the immunization portal to see if their data can be found.

To get your file, you should be 18 years of age or older and have or create a MiLogin account. You’ll have to add a picture of both your US passport, driver’s license, or state ID.

Click here to get your immunization record.