A measles case has been confirmed in an unvaccinated child in central Wyoming, marking the first reported case in 15 years. The child was taken to Banner Wyoming Medical Center where they were infectious for a short period. Health officials are urging those who may have come into contact with them to monitor for symptoms and avoid crowded public places.
As of Wednesday morning, there have been over 1,200 measles cases confirmed nationwide, nearing a 30-year high. The US is on track to surpass the 1,274 cases seen in 2019 and is expected to see its highest number since 1992. Measles infections are often spread among unvaccinated individuals or those with unknown vaccination status.
Measles is a highly contagious disease that can be prevented with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Two doses of MMR provide about 97% protection against the disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that at least 93% of kindergartners in Wyoming had received at least one MMR dose as of 2023, including most of those in Natrona County.
Source: https://abcnews.go.com/Health/wyoming-confirms-1st-case-measles-15-years-infections/story?id=123407276