DHS Confirms Additional Cases of Measles in Oconto County, Indicating Community Spread

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Claire.Yunker August 22, 2025
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DHS Confirms Additional Cases of Measles in Oconto County, Indicating Community Spread The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Oconto County Public Health have identified five additional cases of measles in Oconto County. The additional cases are linked to the nine cases confirmed in the county on August 2, 2025, bringing the total number of cases to 14. To protect the privacy of individuals associated, personal health details about the cases will not be shared. The ongoing investigation indicates that measles is spreading locally. DHS is working in coordination with…

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August 22, 2025

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