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Two measles cases confirmed in St. Joseph County; exposure sites listed
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Key Points:
- Two measles cases have been confirmed in St. Joseph County residents, with investigations and notifications underway by the Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
- Two public exposure sites have been identified: Three Rivers Health Emergency Department on Nov. 5 and WellNow Urgent Care in Sturgis on Nov. 2; unvaccinated individuals present during these times should contact health officials promptly.
- Unvaccinated individuals exposed to measles should monitor symptoms for 21 days, avoid contact with others, and seek medical advice if symptoms develop, including high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, white spots in the mouth, and rash.
- The BHSJ Community Health Agency is offering MMR vaccines at its offices to help prevent further spread of measles.
