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Three measles exposure locations identified in Oregon, OHA urging public to speak to health care provider
KTVZ • • health
Key Points:
- The Oregon Health Authority has identified five specific times and locations in Portland, Happy Valley, and Oregon City where the public may have been exposed to measles between July 9 and July 12.
- Anyone who was at these locations during the specified times is urged to contact their health care provider immediately to assess their risk based on vaccination status, age, or prior infection evidence.
- Measles is highly contagious, spreading through airborne particles, with symptoms appearing 7 to 21 days after exposure, and can cause serious complications, especially in young children, older adults, pregnant people, and immunocompromised individuals.
- The MMR vaccine is highly effective, with two doses providing 97% protection against measles, and people up to date on vaccinations have a very low risk of severe disease.
- Individuals showing measles symptoms or who have been exposed should call their health care provider before visiting to avoid exposing others, and families without a primary care provider can access local county clinics for care.
