Measles Case Investigation Update

Measles Case Investigation Update Following a confirmed case of measles, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), in coordination with Public Health Madison & Dane County and Rock County Public Health, are working to identify and directly notify people who may have been exposed to the measles virus. The investigation has identified the following exposure locations in public settings for which a full list of exposed people cannot be obtained. Individuals who were at the following locations may have been exposed to…

JenniferC.Miller

April 26, 2024

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