Chicago reports first measles case since 2019
CHICAGO ---A measles case was reported in Chicago for the first time in five years.Measles is a highly contagious, serious airborne disease that can lead to severe complications or death.The Chicago Department of Public Health has identified two locations and times of possible exposure.If on February 27th, you were at:Swedish Hospital, Galter Medical Pavilion at 5140 North California Ave. in Lincoln Square between 8:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.CTA bus No. 92 between 9:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Anyone who develops symptoms of measles should contact a health care provider by phone or email before going to a medical office or emergency department. Special arrangements can be made for evaluation while also protecting others from exposure.Measles Vaccinations in ChicagoThe disease was declared eliminated from the U.S. in 2000, but it has made a comeback – as vaccination rates have fallen below the 95% needed to achieve herd immunity.
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