Measles is a sickness caused by a virus that spreads through the air. Health officials in Wayne County, Michigan, found a case of measles in an adult who traveled internationally. They are looking for people who may have been near the sick person. If you were at certain places at specific times, and are not fully vaccinated, you should contact WCHD for information. Measles symptoms can show up 7-21 days after being exposed. Watch for symptoms like high fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes. The measles rash may appear after a few days. The measles vaccine is very good at preventing measles, and it’s important for everyone to get vaccinated. In 2019, there were 46 measles cases in Michigan. To see if you got the vaccine, you can check your records online.
Vocabulary List:
- Measles (noun): A highly contagious viral infection that spreads through the air and causes a characteristic rash.
- Sickness (noun): A condition of being unwell or ill.
- Virus (noun): A microorganism that causes infectious diseases.
- Spreads (verb): To extend over a large area or move rapidly.
- Symptoms (noun): Indications of a disease or condition experienced by a patient.
- Rash (noun): A temporary eruption on the skin.
