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Media Advisory:
Measles Case Identified in Iowa
Over the weekend, through testing
from the State Hygienic Lab, a Northeastern Iowan was confirmed to be
infected with measles. The individual was unvaccinated and recently
returned from Israel, where measles transmission is occurring.
The individual has cooperated with
public health officials. Public health officials are following up with
potentially exposed persons to ensure they are vaccinated against measles;
however, at this time there is no indication there is any threat to the
public.
This is the first case of measles in
Iowa since 2011, and serves as a reminder for all Iowans to ensure their
vaccinations are up-to-date. Vaccines prevent diseases and save lives.
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