WAVERLY, Ohio — The Pike County General Health District is reporting 24 confirmed cases of measles in Pike County, along with two suspected cases. That is up from 22 confirmed cases reported Oct. 24.
An infant has been hospitalized with measles, the health district said. The hospitalization is a reminder of the serious complications measles can cause, particularly among infants and young children who are not yet fully vaccinated.
People with measles are contagious from four days before the rash appears through four days after it begins. The day the rash first appears is considered Day 0. The health district says people with measles should remain isolated through Day 4. People who are severely immunocompromised may remain contagious longer and need additional precautions.
Measles symptoms may include high fever, cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes, and a rash. Symptoms generally develop 7 to 14 days after exposure but can take up to 21 days to appear.
Anyone with symptoms consistent with measles should avoid contact with others and contact their health care provider immediately. Call ahead before arriving at a medical facility and explain that you may have measles or have been exposed, so providers can take precautions to protect other patients and staff.
Vaccination is the best protection against measles. Two doses of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine are about 97 percent effective at preventing measles.
Residents who need vaccination or are unsure of their vaccination status can contact the Pike County General Health District at 740-947-7721. Vaccinations are available through the health district, and arrangements can be made for visits at another location for people who have difficulty coming to the office.
Anyone who believes they may have been exposed to measles should contact their health care provider or the health district as soon as possible.
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