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Measles outbreak reported
A family gathering in Clark County is thought to be the cause
January 11, 2024
Wahkiakum County Health & Human Services is responding to a measles outbreak in the area.
Six confirmed cases of measles have been reported between Wahkiakum and Clark counties as of this printing, according to WCHHS.
Six cases is of significant concern to health officials; measles is a highly contagious and potentially serious infectious disease that can lead to severe complications, particularly among infants, pregnant women, and individuals with compromised immune systems. In a press release, WCHHS stated that they were not aware of any additional public exposure related to these cases.
The outbreak is thought have originated at a single family gathering in Clark County.
According to Stacy Wynn, a public nurse with WCHHS who is familiar with the situation, the infected persons are also believed to be past their infectious period...
Measles outbreak reported
A family gathering in Clark County is thought to be the cause
January 11, 2024
Wahkiakum County Health & Human Services is responding to a measles outbreak in the area.
Six confirmed cases of measles have been reported between Wahkiakum and Clark counties as of this printing, according to WCHHS.
Six cases is of significant concern to health officials; measles is a highly contagious and potentially serious infectious disease that can lead to severe complications, particularly among infants, pregnant women, and individuals with compromised immune systems. In a press release, WCHHS stated that they were not aware of any additional public exposure related to these cases.
The outbreak is thought have originated at a single family gathering in Clark County.
According to Stacy Wynn, a public nurse with WCHHS who is familiar with the situation, the infected persons are also believed to be past their infectious period...