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Microsoft issues disrupt Polk County measles investigation
KCCI • • health
Key Points:
- The Polk County Health Department is reaching out to nearly 200 individuals who may have been exposed to measles at five locations in Ankeny and Des Moines between November 5 and 8.
- The exposure stems from a confirmed measles case involving a child who traveled internationally, prompting health officials to trace contacts and verify vaccination statuses.
- Technical issues with Microsoft systems are hindering access to immunization records, complicating the department's efforts to confirm individuals' vaccination histories.
- Despite these challenges, the health department has deployed a phone bank team to maintain rapid communication and response, minimizing delays in their investigation.
- This marks the second confirmed measles case in Polk County this year, with the first case earlier in the summer involving outreach to over 100 people.
