Measles Cases in Alameda County and California

As of February 20, Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) has confirmed 6 cases of measles in 2015 and is investigating other suspect cases, and California has confirmed 123 cases. Measles is very infectious, and airborne transmission can occur in crowded settings. Think of measles in patients with a fever and rash, especially with a history of travel or exposure to returning travelers or measles patients. Although most measles cases occur in unvaccinated patients, cases have occurred in patients who reported a history of MMR vaccination.  All Alameda County residents should ensure they are immune or have been vaccinated against measles.

Think of measles in patients with a fever and rash, especially with a history of travel or exposure to returning travelers or measles patients. Although most measles cases occur in unvaccinated patients, cases have occurred in patients who reported a history of MMR vaccination.


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