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Measles Case Confirmed in Chippewa County

On Tuesday, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced one new confirmed measles case in Chippewa County, verified through testing at the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene.
This latest infection brings Wisconsin's total measles count to 168, remaining unrelated to the separate outbreak in Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette counties that includes 158 confirmed and six probable cases.
Health officials recommend checking vaccination status, as the MMR vaccine is over 97% effective at preventing measles, with symptoms typically appearing 10 to 21 days after exposure.
Public health official Herrick stated, "Measles is highly contagious, so confirming a case in our community is concerning," as teams work to identify potential exposures and contact affected individuals.
Residents should monitor for symptoms, which usually occur around 10 days after exposure; officials advise calling a healthcare provider before visiting a clinic if symptoms develop.

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