Massive Measles Outbreak in Buckingham Continues to Grow, Nearly 90 Cases Reported
VDH urged unvaccinated or immunity-uncertain people to skip large events as the county outbreak grew to 88 confirmed cases.
- As of Thursday, June 11, Buckingham County measles cases reached 88, contributing to 111 total cases statewide, as the Virginia Department of Health tracks the outbreak.
- Health officials report 94% of confirmed measles cases involve unvaccinated individuals, with the outbreak linked to large community gatherings, including the Amish Parochial School Consignment Auction in Dillwyn on Friday, June 12, and Saturday, June 13.
- Seventy-Seven of the reported cases are Virginians under 18, and seven people have been hospitalized in 2026 due to complications like pneumonia, highlighting the infection's severity.
- A VDH health advisory issued Thursday warns that infected individuals can spread the virus from four days before until four days after a rash begins, urging isolation for symptomatic people.
- The MMR vaccine remains highly effective protection against measles, and VDH recommends residents consult healthcare providers regarding vaccination or contact their local health department with questions about exposure.
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Virginia reports 5 new measles cases, statewide total now 111
RICHMOND, Va. Virginia is seeing another increase in reported measles cases, with the total now at 111.According to the latest data from the Virginia Department of Health, five new cases have been reported since Tuesday.At least 83 of the 89 Central Virginia cases are in Buckingham County, where a measles outbreak was confirmed last month.The health department says 94% of all cases have been reported in people who are not vaccinated against the …
Health officials issue advisory about large gatherings as measles outbreak grows in Buckingham County
The Virginia Department of Health issued a health advisory Wednesday as the measles outbreak in Buckingham County continues to grow. There have been 89 confirmed cases reported as of June 11. Health officials suspected community transmission in May when the outbreak started with a dozen cases. None of the infected individuals had reported recent travel, indicating that the virus is spreading locally. Anyone who is unvaccinated against measles,…
Massive measles outbreak in Buckingham continues to grow, nearly 90 cases reported
The massive measles outbreak in Buckingham County continues to grow, nearing 90 confirmed cases. State health officials are asking anyone who may be sick, or those who are not vaccinated, to avoid large gatherings.
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