Public Health

Department Alert

Important Health Advisory: Suspected Measles – Call Ahead Before Visiting a Healthcare Facility! 

If you or someone in your care has symptoms of measles — such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash — do not go directly to a clinic, urgent care, or emergency room without calling first. Measles is highly contagious and can spread easily to others in waiting areas. To protect other patients and healthcare workers, please call ahead and inform the facility of your symptoms. They will provide instructions on how to arrive safely, and may take special precautions to reduce the risk of exposure. Thank you for helping protect our communities.