MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -Public Health Madison & Dane County is investigating a new measles exposure in Dane County. The exposure is not related to the confirmed case of measles reported last week.
An out-of-state traveler who stayed the night at the Holiday Inn Express, 5150 High Crossing Blvd., Madison tested positive for measles.
Their stay was Friday, Feb. 6 from 12:01 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Exposure timeline and symptoms
Public Health is reaching out directly to known contacts of this individual but does not have a full list of possible exposures.
Measles symptoms appear 7 to 21 days after exposure to the virus.
If someone can confirm they are vaccinated, it’s extremely unlikely they will get measles, but it is still important to monitor for symptoms, according to PHMDC.
Public health officials are asking anyone exposed to measles that develops symptoms, to stay home and stay away from others.
Do not go to work, school, shopping, or use public transportation and call the doctor’s office or clinic.
Questions about a possible exposure can be answered by Public Health at health@publichealthmdc.com or call (608) 266-4821.
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