Iowa state health officials are reporting a measles case in an unvaccinated individual who just returned from Israel.
The individual, from northeastern Iowa, has cooperated with public health officials. Public health officials are following up with potentially exposed persons to ensure they are vaccinated against measles; however, at this time there is no indication there is any threat to the public.
This is the first case of measles in Iowa since 2011, and serves as a reminder for all Iowans to ensure their vaccinations are up-to-date. Vaccines prevent diseases and save lives.
Israel measles outbreak 2018: More than 3,000 cases
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