BREAKING: Bowling Green Reports Case of Measles

BREAKING: Bowling Green reports case of measles

The Wood County Health Department has confirmed one case of measles with multiple exposure locations in Bowling Green. Anyone who was at the following locations at these times may have been exposed to the measles virus: Bowling Green State University on Sept. 23 in the Overman and/or Physical Science Buildings. Pagliai’s Restaurant on Sept. 23 between the times 5 to 9 p.m. Wood County Hospital Emergency Department on Sept. 24 between the times …

Wood County reports measles case with multiple people potentially exposed

BOWLING GREEN — A person with a confirmed case of measles was at multiple locations in Bowling Green in the past week, the Wood County Health Department said Tuesday.

One confirmed case of measles found in BG, with exposure in multiple locations – BG Independent News

The Wood County Health Department has confirmed one measles case in Bowling Green, with exposure in multiple locations. The individual was at multiple locations in Bowling Green while infectious during the days and times listed below. Anyone who was at the following locations during these times may have been exposed to measles: • Bowling Green State University on Sept. 23, in the Overman and/or Physical Science Buildings. • Pagliai’s Restaurant on Sept 23, between the times 5 to 9 p.m. • Wood County Hospital Emergency Department on Sept. 24, between the times of 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. on Sept. 25. • Wood County Hospital Emergency Department on Sept. 25, between the times of 6:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. • Falcon Health Center on Sept. 28, between the times of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The health department is asking that anyone present at these locations during these times to fill out the Measles Close Contact Investigation Form that can be found at woodcountyhealth.org or on the Wood County Health Department social media page. Measles is an acute, highly contagious viral disease. Symptoms include fever, runny nose, cough, red, watery eyes and rash. Although measles is usually considered a childhood disease, it can be contracted at any age. You are considered protected (immune) if you have one of the following: • You were born before 1957. • You have documentation of at least one dose of MMR vaccine (two doses are recommended to be considered fully immune). • You have ever had measles diagnosed by a healthcare provider. Measles vaccination is recommended for anyone age 1 and older who may be unvaccinated to protect themselves and others. Children should get the MMR vaccine at 12–15 months and again at 4–6 years, with earlier doses (as young as 6 months) sometimes recommended during special circumstances such as for travel or during outbreaks. Check with your healthcare provider with any questions. What to do if you were in a location of potential measles exposure If you are protected: • Your risk is very low. • Monitor for symptoms for 21 days after exposure. If you are not protected or unsure: • Call your healthcare provider as soon as possible. • You may be eligible for post-exposure vaccination to reduce risk. Post exposure vaccination must be received within 72 hours after exposure. • Watch for symptoms for the next 21 days. If you develop illness with fever or unexplained rash: • Call ahead before going to a doctor, urgent care, or ER. • Limit contact with others to prevent the spread of illness.  If you were at any of the locations during the times listed above and are not immune to measles, the symptoms likely would appear within the next 21 days. People who have weakened immune systems may take longer to experience symptoms. Most people in the Wood County community are protected through vaccination, and the overall risk to the public remains low. The mission of Wood County Health Department is to prevent disease, promote healthy lifestyles and protect the health of everyone in Wood County. For more information, visit woodcountyhealth.org. While child vaccination rates have dropped nationwide, Wood County rates hold steady