First Confirmed Measles Case Confirmed in King County
A case of measles has been reported in Washington. Measles is a highly contagious disease that spreads through the air and can cause serious health complications. The best way to protect yourself and your family is through vaccination. If you or your child is behind on immunizations, now is the best time to start.
Symptoms to watch for:
✅ Fever
✅ Cough, runny nose, red eyes
✅ Rash that starts on the face and spreads
If you think you or your child has been exposed, please call us at (253) 593-0232. Please do not visit us in person, as it is important to protect our community members who are too young to receive the MMR vaccine.
Read update about potential exposure locations on the King County Department of Health Website: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dph/about-king-county/about-public-health/news/news-archive-2025/02-27-measles
