Missouri has second confirmed measles case, health officials say

Missouri has second confirmed measles case, health officials say

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri has its second confirmed case of measles, the state Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) announced Tuesday. The DHSS said an adult was diagnosed with measles in New Madrid County. North Dakota is 11th US state with a measles outbreak. Here’s what to know "There is no indication of widespread public exposure," the DHSS said in its news release. "Exposure is believed to be limited, and known contacts ar…

Missouri confirms 2nd case of measles since start of 2025

Missouri confirms second measles case in New Madrid County. Health officials urge isolation and contacting providers before testing.

Patterson provides health board with measles info

At the April 15 Nodaway County Health Board meeting, Administrator Tom Patterson provided a packet of information on measles cases and outbreaks. At the time of the report, April 11, there had been no cases of measles in Missouri. There has since been one reported in Taney County. During the school year 2023-24, Missouri had an estimated 90.4 percent vaccinated for measles. Also the board approved the following. Vision statement: We envision a h…