First case of measles reported in Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. (KCAU) — Officials have confirmed that a case of measles has been reported in the state of Nebraska.
According to a release from the state of Nebraska, a case of measles was reported in Sheridan County.
The release stated that the case was detected in a child who was vaccinated with no out-of-state travel history.
They said that anyone who had been to the Family Dollar in Rushville, Nebraska, on May 17 between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. may have been exposed. Anyone who had been at Gordon Memorial Hospital Clinic in Gordon, Nebraska, on May 21 between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. may have also been exposed.
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Due to privacy, additional details about the child are being withheld.
If you believe you may have been exposed, you can fill out an assessment survey . If you need assistance filling out an assessment survey, you can contact the Panhandle Public Health District at 308-633-2866.
On Friday, officials confirmed the report of the first case of measles in Iowa.
Measles is a viral disease considered highly contagious. Symptoms include fever, runny nose, cough, and rashes. Measles is typically considered a childhood disease, but it can be contracted by anyone of any age. For more information,
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