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~ Public Health Madison & Dane County is currently investigating a confirmed case of measles in Dane County. The case was reported on January 25 and since then, the investigation has identified several locations where individuals may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus.
According to the investigation, the following locations have been identified as potential exposure sites:
- Qdoba Restaurant located at 2 N. Park Street, Madison, WI on Sunday, January 25 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
- UW-Madison Brogden Psychology Building at 1202 W. Johnson Street, Madison, WI on Monday, January 26 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Tuesday, January 27 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and Wednesday, January 28 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
- Waisman Center at 1500 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI on Monday, January 26 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Wednesday, January 28 from10:00 am to1:00 pm.
- UW-Madison Genetics Building (Biotechnology Center Building) at425 Henry Mall,Madison,WI on Tuesday,January27from10:30 amto1:00pm.
- UW-Madison Union South at1308 W.Dayton Street,Madison,WI on Monday,January26from7:00pmto9:15pmand Tuesday,January27from2:00pmto5:00pm.
At this time there is no list of specific individuals who may have been exposed at these locations. Therefore direct outreach is not possible. However Public Health Madison & Dane County urges anyone who was present at these locations during the specified dates and times to monitor themselves for symptoms of measles and check their vaccination status as soon as possible.
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Janel Heinrich, Director of Public Health Madison & Dane County, emphasized the contagious nature of measles and urged individuals to take necessary precautions. "Measles is a very contagious virus that spreads easily and rapidly through coughing and sneezing," said Heinrich. "Simply being in the same room with someone who has measles is enough to get infected if unvaccinated with the measles vaccine. So, we ask anyone who may have been at one of the listed exposure locations to take this seriously."
Symptoms of measles typically appear 7 to 14 days after exposure and include fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, and a rash that spreads from the head to the rest of the body. If anyone develops these symptoms, they are advised to stay home and avoid going to work, school, shopping or using public transportation. It is also recommended to call your doctor's office or clinic before visiting so they can take necessary precautions to prevent further exposure.
The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is highly effective in preventing measles. Most people have received this vaccine as two doses are required for school entry. The Department of Health Services (DHS) considers individuals who have received two doses of the MMR vaccine as children according to the U.S. vaccination schedule protected for life and do not require a booster dose.
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Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway expressed concern over the confirmed case of measles in Dane County and urged individuals to protect themselves by getting vaccinated. "Just a few generations ago, this highly contagious disease infected millions and killed thousands every year," said Mayor Rhodes-Conway. "I strongly recommend that everyone protect themselves and their family members by getting a vaccine. Together, we can stop the spread of measles and fully eradicate this deadly disease."
Dane County Executive Melissa Agard also stressed on the importance of getting vaccinated not only for personal protection but also for protecting vulnerable members of the community who cannot be vaccinated. "MMR vaccine not only protects families, but also vulnerable members of the community who cannot be vaccinated, like babies who are too young or those with weakened immune systems," said Agard. "This vaccine is very safe and effective. It is much safer than getting the diseases and protects those around you as well."
Public Health Madison & Dane County offers free vaccines to uninsured adults and children, as well as children with Medical Assistance. Individuals with questions about a possible exposure are encouraged to reach out to Public Health at health@publichealthmdc.com or call (608) 266-4821 for more information. The department also stated that if more exposure sites are identified, they will be added to their website.
According to the investigation, the following locations have been identified as potential exposure sites:
- Qdoba Restaurant located at 2 N. Park Street, Madison, WI on Sunday, January 25 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
- UW-Madison Brogden Psychology Building at 1202 W. Johnson Street, Madison, WI on Monday, January 26 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Tuesday, January 27 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and Wednesday, January 28 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
- Waisman Center at 1500 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI on Monday, January 26 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Wednesday, January 28 from10:00 am to1:00 pm.
- UW-Madison Genetics Building (Biotechnology Center Building) at425 Henry Mall,Madison,WI on Tuesday,January27from10:30 amto1:00pm.
- UW-Madison Union South at1308 W.Dayton Street,Madison,WI on Monday,January26from7:00pmto9:15pmand Tuesday,January27from2:00pmto5:00pm.
At this time there is no list of specific individuals who may have been exposed at these locations. Therefore direct outreach is not possible. However Public Health Madison & Dane County urges anyone who was present at these locations during the specified dates and times to monitor themselves for symptoms of measles and check their vaccination status as soon as possible.
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Janel Heinrich, Director of Public Health Madison & Dane County, emphasized the contagious nature of measles and urged individuals to take necessary precautions. "Measles is a very contagious virus that spreads easily and rapidly through coughing and sneezing," said Heinrich. "Simply being in the same room with someone who has measles is enough to get infected if unvaccinated with the measles vaccine. So, we ask anyone who may have been at one of the listed exposure locations to take this seriously."
Symptoms of measles typically appear 7 to 14 days after exposure and include fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, and a rash that spreads from the head to the rest of the body. If anyone develops these symptoms, they are advised to stay home and avoid going to work, school, shopping or using public transportation. It is also recommended to call your doctor's office or clinic before visiting so they can take necessary precautions to prevent further exposure.
The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is highly effective in preventing measles. Most people have received this vaccine as two doses are required for school entry. The Department of Health Services (DHS) considers individuals who have received two doses of the MMR vaccine as children according to the U.S. vaccination schedule protected for life and do not require a booster dose.
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Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway expressed concern over the confirmed case of measles in Dane County and urged individuals to protect themselves by getting vaccinated. "Just a few generations ago, this highly contagious disease infected millions and killed thousands every year," said Mayor Rhodes-Conway. "I strongly recommend that everyone protect themselves and their family members by getting a vaccine. Together, we can stop the spread of measles and fully eradicate this deadly disease."
Dane County Executive Melissa Agard also stressed on the importance of getting vaccinated not only for personal protection but also for protecting vulnerable members of the community who cannot be vaccinated. "MMR vaccine not only protects families, but also vulnerable members of the community who cannot be vaccinated, like babies who are too young or those with weakened immune systems," said Agard. "This vaccine is very safe and effective. It is much safer than getting the diseases and protects those around you as well."
Public Health Madison & Dane County offers free vaccines to uninsured adults and children, as well as children with Medical Assistance. Individuals with questions about a possible exposure are encouraged to reach out to Public Health at health@publichealthmdc.com or call (608) 266-4821 for more information. The department also stated that if more exposure sites are identified, they will be added to their website.
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