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CLARK COUNTY, WA (KPTV) – Washington state health officials confirmed Thursday another case of measles, bringing to 51 the total number of confirmed cases.
Thirteen other cases are suspected, according to Clark County, according to the Department of Public Health.
On Thursday afternoon, the Department of Health identified two new sites and possible exposure schedules:
- Vancouver Salmon Creek Clinic, 2525 NE 139th St., Vancouver from 14:50 to 18:00. Monday, February 4th.
- Sea Mar East Medical Clinic Vancouver, 19005 SE 34th St., Vancouver from 1:50 pm to 5:50 pm. Tuesday, February 5th.
Thursday's update adds an additional case to the outbreak in Clark County.
The Oregon Health Authority confirmed Wednesday three new measles cases in Multnomah County, bringing to four the total number of confirmed cases in Oregon.
The OHA said three new cases had been confirmed among people in close contact with a resident of Multnomah County who had tested positive for measles on Jan. 25.
Another case of measles has been confirmed in King County, Washington State.
According to Clark County Public Health, all laboratory results from confirmed cases correspond to a wild-type, vaccine-preventable and circulating strain in Eastern Europe.
You will find a complete list of Clark County exhibition sites here.
Symptoms of measles begin with fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes, followed by a rash that usually starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body.
Health officials invite anyone who thinks they have been exposed in an identified location and has symptoms of calling their health care provider before going to their office.
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