Officials Confirm Growth of Washtenaw County Measles Outbreak
Health officials confirmed on Wednesday that the measles outbreak in Washtenaw County has expanded. A seventh case was reported and linked to the initial patient from March 11.
New case and timeline
The latest infection involved an unvaccinated child who contracted measles from the first case. State and local health staff noted the connection during routine investigations.
The announcement followed earlier confirmations of three linked cases reported since March 12. Officials confirm growth in case numbers as contact tracing continues.
Possible exposure sites
The health department named several public locations where exposures may have occurred. Kroger on Whittaker Road and Washtenaw Community College are listed.
Officials also warned this most recent case may have exposed people at a local health care facility. Anyone who visited those sites during the relevant dates should monitor symptoms closely.
What residents should do
Health Department Medical Director Dr. Juan Luis Marquez urged caution. He said measles spreads quickly among people without vaccination or prior illness.
Unvaccinated individuals should avoid contact with others for 21 days after a known exposure. The health department asked all potentially exposed people to follow public health guidance to reduce further spread.
Contact tracing and public advice
Authorities continue contact tracing and outreach to at-risk groups. They emphasized vaccination as the primary protection against measles.
- Monitor for fever, cough, runny nose, and rash.
- Seek medical advice if symptoms develop.
- Follow isolation and quarantine instructions from health officials.
