Measles case confirmed in Montcalm County
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Mid-Michigan District Health Department () has confirmed a case of measles in Montcalm County.
The MMDHD reports that this person recently traveled out of the state. The department says it's working with the to determine when the person was exposed.
'Anyone who is not immune to measles is at risk. The best protection against measles is the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. MMR vaccine provides long-lasting protection against measles,' said the MMDHD in a news release sent to 6 News.
'If you have recently traveled to regions with known measles outbreaks, and you are not vaccinated against measles, you should consider getting vaccinated as quickly as you can. It is important to make sure you protect yourself and families from this vaccine-preventable disease,' said MMDHD Health Officer, Liz Braddock.
The department says that if one person has measles, up to 9 or 10 people nearby will become infected if they are not protected.
Infected people can spread the virus before showing symptoms, including up to four days before the rash appears.
Measles symptoms usually appear 7 to 14 days after contact with the virus but can take up to 21 days.
High fever
Cough
Runny nose
Red, watery eyes
Tiny white spots on the inner cheeks, gums and roof of the mouth
A rash that starts as flat red spots on the face at the hairline, then spreads to the trunk, arms and legs three to five days after symptoms begin
Small, raised bumps may also appear on top of the flat red spots
If you believe you may have been exposed or begin showing symptoms, contact your healthcare provider before seeking treatment so steps can be taken to prevent exposure to others.
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