Measles Spreading Undetected in WA? Health Officials Are Worried

Measles spreading undetected in WA? Health officials are worried

Just because measles has not been reported in most Washington counties, including Benton, Franklin and Yakima counties, does not mean it is not there.The Washington state Department of Health officials have investigated three cases east of the Cascade Mountains without being able to determine how those individuals were exposed.That may mean measles is spreading undetected in Washington communities, according to the Department of Health.“We are e…

Health officials in Washington urging residents to “work together” to help prevent spread of measles

OLYMPIA – With measles cases on the increase this year the Washington State Department of Health is urging residents to watch for symptoms, stay home, and contact their health provider if they feel sick. Health officials are also emphasizing the importance of staying current on the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Of the 40 cases reported in the state so far this year, 85% have occurred in unvaccinated individuals. In April, Walla Wall…