{"id":1438959,"date":"2025-09-02T15:53:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T20:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ktbb.com\/post\/?p=1438959"},"modified":"2025-09-02T16:32:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T21:32:53","slug":"confirmed-adult-case-of-measles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ktbb.com\/post\/?p=1438959","title":{"rendered":"Confirmed adult case of measles"},"content":{"rendered":"

RAINS COUNTY – \"\"NET Health received confirmation of a travel-related positive case of measles in an adult resident of Rains County, Texas. The individual has voluntarily remained isolated at their residence throughout their contagious period and has recovered from their case of measles. Persons who have been fully vaccinated against measles with two doses of the MMR vaccine have a very low risk of contracting the disease. However, unvaccinated individuals remain at higher risk, as do those in some other groups, including:<\/p>\n

Children too young to have received both doses of the MMR vaccine yet
\n Anyone who have received only one dose of MMR
\n Those with compromised immune systems<\/p>\n

Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that spreads when an infectious person coughs or sneezes. Someone with measles can spread it to susceptible people for up to four days prior to the appearance of a rash and for up to four days after rash onset. Early symptoms include:<\/p>\n

High fever (may spike to over 104\u00b0F)
\n Cough, runny nose, and\/or red watery eyes
\n White spots inside the mouth (Koplik spots)
\n Appearance of a rash 3-5 days after symptoms begin<\/p>\n

In some cases, measles can also cause illness, sometimes leading to hospitalization or death. NET Health advises everyone to follow these recommendations to help prevent measles:<\/p>\n

If you believe you have spent time with someone who has measles and you are experiencing symptoms consistent with measles, please seek medical care as soon as possible. It is important to call your healthcare provider ahead of time so they can take steps to keep you from exposing other patients.
\n Persons who have not been vaccinated or are unsure of their vaccination status are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider about receiving the MMR vaccine.
\n Vaccination prior to exposure provides protection and can modify the course of disease.<\/p>\n

NET Health’s Immunizations Department has the MMR vaccine available at their clinic located at 815 North Broadway in Tyler. <\/p>\n

Persons are also encouraged to consult with their primary medical provider about vaccine questions. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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