Measles Confirmed in Milwaukee Resident, Health Department Reports

The Milwaukee Health Department has confirmed a case of measles in a city resident employed in Waukesha County. They have issued a warning to individuals who may have been exposed at various locations in Milwaukee. The department is urging those who were present at the specified times and locations to check their MMR immunization status and seek medical attention if they develop symptoms. Measles is highly contagious and can be spread through the air. The department will be administering measles vaccinations at a drive-thru clinic on October 14.