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RI Detects Second 2026 Measles Case, Unrelated to First

Rhode Island’s Department of Health (RIDOH) confirmed a second measles case in 2026, a woman in her 20s who had traveled internationally; the case is not linked to the first one identified in April and she was treated at Brown University Health Urgent Care in Middletown without hospitalization. RIDOH emphasizes vaccination, noting RI’s ~97% MMR coverage among kindergarteners, and urges eligible residents to get vaccinated, especially before international travel; those exposed should contact their healthcare provider and monitor for symptoms.

via Go Local Prov|

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Rhode Island Reports First Measles Case in Over a Year, Triggers Exposure Checks

RIDOH confirmed a measles case in a Providence County man with recent international travel, triggering exposure notices for a Providence bakery and other contacts. Health officials are notifying those potentially exposed, emphasize vaccination with MMR, and note that measles is highly contagious but preventable; there is no specific antiviral treatment beyond supportive care.

via Go Local Prov|

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Rhode Island confirms measles case, triggers exposure alerts in Providence

Rhode Island's Department of Health confirmed a measles case in a Providence County man who recently traveled internationally. Potential exposure occurred at Panadería El Quetzal in Providence on April 15, prompting health officials to notify staff and customers and coordinate with CDC partners. RIDOH urges vaccination to maintain herd immunity—about 97% of kindergartners have two MMR doses—and advises anyone exposed who develops symptoms to contact their healthcare provider before visiting. Vaccination is available at no cost for eligible families.

via WJAR|

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