Public HealthWednesday, November 11
Wisconsin's measles count has reached 551, with southwest Wisconsin hit hardest
The 608today team
The state reported 551 measles cases Tuesday, up from 487 on Friday. New infections turned up in Sauk, Clark and Shawano counties.
Southwest Wisconsin still has the highest concentration, led by Grant County. An infant died last week, the state's first measles death since 1990.
Grant County has the most measles cases in southwest Wisconsin
Sources: Channel 3000, WKOW, WMTV 15 NEWS
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| Value | |
|---|---|
| Grant | 153 |
| Lafayette | 122 |
| Iowa | 97 |
| Vernon | 14 |
| Sauk | 10 |
| Rock | 5 |
| Richland | 1 |
- Vaccine: two-dose MMR, advised for all children from 12 months
- Infants 6 to 11 months: MMR advised if exposure is likely
- Symptoms: usually appear 10 to 12 days after exposure
- Air: the virus can linger up to two hours
The state issued Health Alert #73, which recommends early MMR shots for infants in outbreak-affected communities. If you develop symptoms, stay home and call a healthcare provider before going to a clinic.
551measles cases reported in Wisconsin as of Tuesday
That's up from 487 on Friday.
Source: WKOW
Sources: WKOW, Channel 3000, WMTV 15 NEWS