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Measles exposure reported at LongHorn Steakhouse in Perry
Health officials said anyone at the restaurant during the three-hour window should check vaccination records and monitor for symptoms through Oct. 28.
- The Georgia Department of Public Health warned diners who visited the LongHorn Steakhouse at 100 Hampton Court in Perry on Oct. 7 between 7 and 10 p.m. that they may have been exposed to measles.
- Investigators traced the exposure to an individual linked to an ongoing Macon County measles investigation who had prior contact with a confirmed Pennsylvania case and visited while contagious.
- Measles spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, with the virus remaining airborne for up to two hours. Early symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, and watery eyes.
- Officials urge anyone at the restaurant to check vaccination status and monitor for symptoms through Oct. 28. Patients experiencing symptoms should call a healthcare provider before visiting medical facilities to prevent further spread.
- Georgia has reported 22 measles cases this year, with the MMR vaccine offering up to 98 percent immunity with two doses. Residents with vaccination or exposure questions can call 866-PUB-HLTH.
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