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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
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7 more measles cases in Kansas, outbreak in Pawnee County
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — More measles cases are popping up in Kansas, and one more county has been added to the outbreak in southwest Kansas. Seven more cases have been diagnosed, bringing the state's total to 71 since the beginning of the year. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment shows that the recent cases in Pawnee County are connected to the outbreak. Previous cases in Reno and Sedgwick counties are not connected. The KDHE updates its measles dashboard on Mondays and Wednesdays. County Last update (May 28) Monday, June 2, update Finney 1-5 cases 1-5 cases Ford 1-5 cases 1-5 cases Grant 1-5 cases 1-5 cases Gray 24 25 Haskell 10 11 Kiowa 6 6 Morton 1-5 cases 1-5 cases Pawnee 1-5 cases 7 cases Reno 1-5 cases 1-5 cases Sedgwick 1-5 cases 1-5 cases Stevens 7 7 Of the 69 outbreak cases, 58 patients have never been vaccinated, and only five people were up to date on their vaccinations. Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5. So far, no Kansas cases have required hospitalization. According to the Centers for Disease Control, measles is highly contagious. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours. The KDHE reports that the first symptoms happen seven to 14 days after exposure. Measles typically begins with a high fever, possibly spiking to more than 104, a cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Tiny white spots may appear inside the mouth two to three days after the symptoms begin. The measles rash appears three to five days after symptoms begin. Flat red spots appear on the face at the hairline and spread downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs, and feet. If you do not know if you are vaccinated against measles, there are a few ways to find out: Search the Kansas WebIZ Public Portal at Call the Kansas Immunization Program at 877-296-0464 (option 1) during regular business hours, Email KDHE Immunization Registry, Contact a health care provider to determine if you have received the vaccine, or Discuss whether it is appropriate to have a titer blood test done to assess your immunity level. The KDHE says unvaccinated or under-vaccinated people should consult a health care provider about receiving the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. Visit the KDHE website for more information about measles symptoms and prevention, and frequently asked questions. For more Kansas news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news by downloading our mobile app and signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track 3 Weather app by clicking here. To watch our shows live on our website, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Six more measles cases in Kansas
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports six more people have measles in Kansas since last week's update. One of the measles patients has been hospitalized. Since the beginning of the year, 64 people have contracted measles in Kansas, and there have been three hospitalizations. The cases have been in 11 counties. Pawnee County was added over the weekend. The KDHE reports that most cases are part of an outbreak in southwest Kansas. So far, the experts do not believe the Sedgwick, Reno and Pawnee county cases are part of the outbreak. Most measles cases have been reported in children. Age Group Cases 0-4 22 5-10 18 11-13 7 14-17 4 18-24 2 25-34 5 35-44 4 45-54 1 55-64 1 65+ 0 Of the outbreak cases, only five people were up to date on their vaccinations. Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5. So far, no Kansas cases have required hospitalization. According to the Centers for Disease Control, measles is highly contagious. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours. The KDHE says the first symptoms happen seven to 14 days after exposure. Measles typically begins with a high fever, possibly spiking to more than 104, a cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Tiny white spots may appear inside the mouth two to three days after the symptoms begin. The measles rash appears three to five days after symptoms begin. Flat red spots appear on the face at the hairline and spread downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs, and feet. Why measles cases can be hard to track If you do not know if you are vaccinated against measles, there are a few ways to find out: Search the Kansas WebIZ Public Portal at Call the Kansas Immunization Program at 877-296-0464 (option 1) during regular business hours, Email KDHE Immunization Registry, Contact a health care provider to determine if you have received the vaccine, or Discuss whether it is appropriate to have a titer blood test done to assess your immunity level. The KDHE says unvaccinated or under-vaccinated people should consult a health care provider about receiving the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. Visit the KDHE website for more information about measles symptoms and prevention, and frequently asked questions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Measles outbreak: 2 new cases in southwest Kansas
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — State health officials continue to track a measles outbreak in southwest Kansas. Two new cases have been reported since last week's update, both in Haskell County. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is tracking cases linked to the outbreak and those not. Since the end of January, there have been 58 measles cases in Kansas. Of those, 56 are connected to the outbreak. A case in Sedgwick County and one in Reno County are not connected. Age Group Cases 0-4 19 5-10 17 11-13 6 14-17 4 18-24 1 25-34 5 35-44 4 45-54 1 55-64 1 65+ 0 Of the outbreak cases, only five people were up-to-date on their vaccinations. Health officials are warning the public of potential measles exposure at three Kansas locations: Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, the Hutchinson Public Library, and an auto parts store in Cimarron. The KDHE said individuals may have been exposed to the virus at the Wichita airport on Friday, May 2, between 6:15 p.m. and 9 p.m. and at the Hutchinson Public Library on Saturday, May 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. A third potential exposure occurred at the B & P Auto Parts, 515 S. Main in Cimarron, on Friday, May 2, Monday, May 5, and Tuesday, May 6. Measles can remain in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours. Anyone at the above locations during the listed times should monitor for symptoms for three weeks from the given dates, check their vaccination status, and avoid contact with high-risk individuals if not immune. Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5. So far, no Kansas cases have required hospitalization. According to the Centers for Disease Control, measles is highly contagious. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours. The KDHE says the first symptoms happen seven to 14 days after exposure. Measles typically begins with a high fever, possibly spiking to more than 104, a cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Tiny white spots may appear inside the mouth two to three days after the symptoms begin. The measles rash appears three to five days after symptoms begin. Flat red spots appear on the face at the hairline and spread downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs and feet. Why measles cases can be hard to track If you do not know if you are vaccinated against measles, there are a few ways to find out: Search the Kansas WebIZ Public Portal at Call the Kansas Immunization Program at 877-296-0464 (option 1) during regular business hours, Email KDHE Immunization Registry, Contact a health care provider to determine if you have received the vaccine, or Discuss whether it is appropriate to have a titer blood test done to assess your immunity level. The KDHE says unvaccinated or under-vaccinated people should consult a health care provider about receiving the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. Visit the KDHE website for more information about measles symptoms and prevention, and frequently asked questions. For more Kansas news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news by downloading our mobile app and signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track 3 Weather app by clicking here. To watch our shows live on our website, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Kansas measles cases climb to 56, mostly in SW Kansas
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The number of measles cases in Kansas climbed by seven since last Wednesday. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports 56, up from 49 last week. One of the new cases was reported in Reno County over the weekend. The other six new cases are in Gray County, which has had the most cases in the state, with 21. On Wednesday, in addition to announcing the new cases, the KDHE unveiled a redesigned Measles Data website, which provides information on the current rate of cases, ethnicity, age groups, timelines, and more. Age Group Cases 0-4 19 5-10 16 11-13 6 14-17 4 18-24 1 25-34 5 35-44 3 45-54 1 55-64 1 65+ 0 So far, the one case in Sedgwick County and the one case in Reno County are not associated with the outbreak of 54 cases in southwest Kansas. Of the outbreak cases, only five people were up-to-date on their vaccinations. Health officials are warning the public of potential measles exposure at three Kansas locations: Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, the Hutchinson Public Library, and an auto parts store in Cimarron. The KDHE said individuals may have been exposed to the virus at the Wichita airport on Friday, May 2, between 6:15 p.m. and 9 p.m. and at the Hutchinson Public Library on Saturday, May 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. A third potential exposure occurred at the B & P Auto Parts, 515 S. Main in Cimarron, on Friday, May 2, Monday, May 5, and Tuesday, May 6. Measles can remain in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours. Anyone at the above locations during the listed times should monitor for symptoms for three weeks, check their vaccination status, and avoid contact with high-risk individuals if not immune. Measles in Sedgwick County, exposure at Wichita grocery store Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5. So far, no Kansas cases have required hospitalization. According to the Centers for Disease Control, measles is highly contagious. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours. The KDHE says the first symptoms happen seven to 14 days after exposure. Measles typically begins with a high fever, possibly spiking to more than 104, a cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Tiny white spots may appear inside the mouth two to three days after the symptoms begin. The measles rash appears three to five days after symptoms begin. Flat red spots appear on the face at the hairline and spread downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs and feet. Why measles cases can be hard to track If you do not know if you are vaccinated against measles, there are a few ways to find out: Search the Kansas WebIZ Public Portal at Call the Kansas Immunization Program at 877-296-0464 (option 1) during regular business hours, Email KDHE Immunization Registry, Contact a health care provider to determine if they have received the vaccine, or Discuss whether it is appropriate to have a titer blood test done to assess your immunity level. The KDHE says unvaccinated or under-vaccinated people should consult a health care provider about receiving the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. Visit the KDHE website for more information about measles symptoms and prevention, and frequently asked questions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Kansas measles outbreak: 3 more cases, 1 in Sedgwick County
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Local and state health departments report three more measles cases in Kansas. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment shows two new cases in southwest Kansas. Also, the Sedgwick County Health Department reports its first case since 2017. It brings the state's total to 49. The Sedgwick County case is the first one outside of southwest Kansas. There are 15 cases in Gray County, eight in Haskell, seven in Stevens, and six in Kiowa. Finney, Ford, Grant, and Morton counties have one to five cases. Since the KDHE reported the first case on March 13, only one person has been hospitalized for measles. Deadly illness spreading twice as fast in 2025, surpasses 9,000 cases The outbreak will be declared over once there are no new cases for two incubation periods, 42 days. Age Group Last week's report This week's report 0-4 14 15 5-17 24 25 18 or older 8 9 Vaccination status of Kansas cases Last week This week Age-appropriately vaccinated 3 4 Not age appropriately vaccinated 1 1 Not vaccinated 39 41 Pending verification 0 0 Unable to verify 3 3 Symptoms Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5. So far, no Kansas cases have required hospitalization. According to the Centers for Disease Control, measles is highly contagious. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours. The KDHE says the first symptoms happen seven to 14 days after exposure. Measles typically begins with a high fever, possibly spiking to more than 104, a cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Tiny white spots may appear inside the mouth two to three days after the symptoms begin. The measles rash appears three to five days after symptoms begin. Flat red spots appear on the face at the hairline and spread downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs and feet. Vaccinations If you do not know if you are vaccinated against measles, there are a few ways to find out: Search the Kansas WebIZ Public Portal at Call the Kansas Immunization Program at 877-296-0464 (option 1) during regular business hours, Email KDHE Immunization Registry, Contact a health care provider to determine if they have received the vaccine, or Discuss whether it is appropriate to have a titer blood test done to assess your immunity level. The KDHE says unvaccinated or under-vaccinated people should consult a health care provider about receiving the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. Visit the KDHE website for more information about measles symptoms and prevention and frequently asked questions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KSN-TV.
