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Measles reported in Colorado.

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Topic: Measles reported in Colorado.
Posted By: Kyle
Subject: Measles reported in Colorado.
Date Posted: June 06 2013 at 12:46pm
Measles case reported in Colorado
Raquel Villanueva
June 6, 2013


DENVER - A man who traveled from India to the metro Denver area on May 14 has tested positive for measles, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Officials say the man was not infectious during the time period that he traveled to Colorado. He was, however, infectious when he visited a small private physician's office. He was later hospitalized at Sky Ridge Medical Center. Both facilities have notified potentially exposed patients.

"Most people are protected against measles, but unvaccinated patients and visitors who were at Sky Ridge Medical Center between May 25 and 27 may be at risk for developing measles. These people should contact their health care provider if they experience a rash and fever," Dr. Lisa Miller, state epidemiologist.

The man made a full recovery.

Officials ask patients and visitors who were in the following areas at

Sky Ridge Medical Center to be alert for symptoms:

• The Emergency Department from 6 p.m. on May 25 to 3 a.m. on May 26

• The Intensive Care Unit from 1 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 26

• Any hospital area from 5:30 p.m. on May 26 thru midnight on May 27

The incubation period for measles ranges from 7 to 21 days. People exposed to the person at the time he was infectious could be at risk for measles as late as June 17. Measles virus is spread when a person sneezes or coughs and sprays droplets in the air or on surfaces. Because the measles virus is highly contagious, other exposures may have occurred.

Measles symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red watery eyes, and a rash. It usually begins on the face 2-4 days after the onset of other symptoms and typically spreads to hands and feet. Complications of measles include pneumonia and encephalitis (brain inflammation). In unvaccinated pregnant women, measles can also cause miscarriage or premature birth.

Anyone who suspects they may have measles is urged to call a health care provider before going to a medical office or emergency room.

Special arrangements can be made for you to be evaluated while also protecting other patients and medical staff from possible infection.

For more information about measles, the public can call CO-HELP at 877-462-2911.




http://m.9news.com/topstory/article?a=340030&f=1272



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Posted By: Kyle
Date Posted: June 07 2013 at 1:40pm
A second case has been reported....

http://m.9news.com/breaking/article?a=340140&f=3950



2nd measles case confirmed in Denver
Blair Shiff, Web Producer
June 7, 2013


DENVER - A second measles case in the Denver metro area has been confirmed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The second infected individual had contact with the adult male who tested positive for measles on June 4.

As reported Thursday, the first measles case, an adult male from India, was known to have visited a private physician's office and later was hospitalized at Sky Ridge Medical Center. The new measles case, another adult male, was exposed at that physician's office, Dermatology and Laser Institute of Colorado, located at the Lone Tree Medical Plaza, 9695 S. Yosemite St., Lone Tree. During the infectious phase, the second infected individual may have exposed others in the following locations at the following times:

• Lone Tree Medical Plaza, 9695 S. Yosemite St., Lone Tree ? June 3-6

• Kent Denver School's middle school graduation, Anschutz Theatre., 4000 E. Quincy Ave., Cherry Hills Village ? 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 3

• Hodsons Bar & Grill, 6851 S. Gaylord St., Centennial ?12:30-3:30 p.m. June 3

• Christ Lutheran Church, 8997 S. Broadway, Highlands Ranch ? 6-9 p.m. June 3

• Highlands Ranch Orthodontics,1420 W. Canal Ct., Littleton ? 3-5:30 p.m. June 5

The state health department now is advising anyone present at these locations during the times above to contact their health care provider to be vaccinated, as they may be at risk. People also should be alert for the symptoms of measles and contact a healthcare provider if they become ill.

Measles symptoms include fever; cough; runny nose; red, watery eyes; and a rash that usually begins on the face two to four days after the onset of other symptoms and typically spreads to hands and feet. Complications of measles include pneumonia and encephalitis (brain inflammation). In unvaccinated pregnant women, measles also can cause miscarriage or premature birth.

If you suspect you have measles, call a health care provider before going to a medical office or emergency room. Special arrangements must be made for you to be evaluated while also protecting other patients and medical staff from possible infection.

Dr. Lisa Miller, state epidemiologist, said, "With a second case of measles and fairly wide exposure, we could be seeing additional cases of measles in our community.

Unfortunately, vaccination coverage levels in Colorado are not as high as we would like them to be. Now is the time to check your immunizations and make sure you and your family are protected."

Tri-County Health Department is holding an immunization clinic for those who don't have a health care provider on Saturday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or until capacity is reached. There are no restrictions on age or residency. The clinic will be held at Aurora Fire Station No. 2, 12600 Hoffman Blvd. in Aurora. For additional clinic times, call the Tri-County immunization line at 303-451-0123.

Measles virus is spread when a person sneezes or coughs and sprays droplets in the air or on surfaces. Because the measles virus is highly contagious, other exposures may have occurred.

For more information about measles, the public can call CO-HELP at 1-877-462-2911 or 303-389-1687. COHelp is available 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.


Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: June 07 2013 at 6:14pm
Dang, Kyle great find! I live in Denver but don't really listen to the news much and I did not see it on my 9News web page!

My family has had the shots and I had a very bad case of the measles when I was young. I also had the shots when they finally came out.

So many are refusing immunizations but have a few children die and they will be standing in lines a mile long to get a shot!


Posted By: Elver
Date Posted: June 07 2013 at 7:21pm
Death rates from measles is about 1 or 2 children per 1,000. 
 


Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: June 08 2013 at 10:50am
Well, Boulder better hope this does not get up there, most of the kids in Boulder do not get vaccinated for anything.

I hope people pay attention and go get a shot!



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