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Iowa HHS identifies potential measles exposure locations
KCRG • • health
Key Points:
- The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is monitoring a rise in measles cases, with 17 confirmed instances of person-to-person transmission so far in 2026.
- The department has released a list of locations and dates where possible measles exposures occurred, including grocery stores, health centers, and retail outlets across multiple Iowa cities.
- Notable exposure sites include Sunnyside Grocery in Bloomfield on August 15, Pizza Ranch in Ottumwa on August 14, and several locations in West Des Moines and Des Moines on July 28.
- Residents who visited these locations during the specified times are advised to monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice if necessary to prevent further spread.
