DENVER (KDVR) — The year's fifth case of measles has been confirmed in Colorado, health officials announced Friday.
The adult from Denver County had received the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
The state believes the case stems from an international trip to Chihuahua, which is currently experiencing a measles outbreak.
Data: Map shows which Colorado areas are most protected from measlesAn area where the public may have been near the person with measles is the Kaiser Lakewood Medical Offices Urgent Care in Lakewood on Saturday, April 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The state said that anyone who believes they may have been exposed should monitor for symptoms for 21 days and avoid public gatherings or high-risk settings.
The department said that in rare cases, vaccinated people can get measles, at a rate of about three in 100 people. The measles vaccine helps in minimizing symptoms, which are mild and helps to prevent the spread to others.
"The measles vaccine provides strong protection, and cases like this are very rare," said Dr. Ned Calonge, Chief Medical Officer at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in the press release. “Staying up to date on vaccinations and being aware of health risks when traveling are important ways to protect yourself and your community. We’re sharing this information out of an abundance of caution to support early detection and limit the risk of further spread.”
The health department said that measles is highly contagious and leads to serious health problems, but it is a preventable disease. The MMR vaccine provides strong protection and getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself, your family and friends, the state said.
Measles only spreads from people showing symptoms and does not spread from those who are not feeling sick.
Calling all sneakerheads: Scavenger hunt for exclusive Nike boots happening in DenverMeasles symptoms manifest as a fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and a rash that usually starts several days after initial symptoms and appears on the face before spreading.
If you believe you have symptoms, the health department advises contacting a health care provider over the phone, which can help prevent future exposure by planning ahead.
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