Heard the Latest on Measles? US Surpasses 1K Cases for the First Time Since 2019, according to CDC
Health Authorities in a West Coast State issue warnings following confirmation of a case involving a traveler infected with a highly transmissible viral illness.
Got the lowdown on the rise in measles cases from our medical guru, Dr. Marc Siegel, on 'The Fox Report'.
Health officials in Washington state are setting off alarm bells as a Canadian traveler, whose vaccination status remains a mystery, roamed several public spots, including the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
This traveler, who contracted measles post-visit, stopped by various hotspots in Renton, Bellevue, Seattle, Everett, and Woodinville between April 30 and May 3, according to a county news release. Potential exposure sites? You betcha! They include:
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
- Bellevue Market Place at Factoria Shopping Center
- Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
- Home Depot in Redmond
- Dunn Lumber in Renton
- Genki Sushi in Renton
- Topgolf Renton Sport Bar and Restaurant
- Pho Mignon in Kirkland
- Kobo at HIGO Art Gallery
- Uwajimaya Seattle Asian Market
- Stoup Brewing
- Spicy Style of Sichuan
- A hotel
- Three fitness centers
So, if you chilled at any of these joints during the specified dates, better double-check your vaccination status and dial a healthcare professional sharpish if fever or an unexplained rash crops up.
VACCINE EFFECTIVENESS: A DEEP DIVE
Measles can infect individuals days before a rash appears, and the virus hangs out in the air for up to 2 hours after an infected person vacates the premises. SCARY, SIS!
Though the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is super effective, its efficacy can shift over time and based on factors like the number of doses received and the era of vaccination. Here's a snapshot:
- A single dose of MMR reduces the risk of measles by about 93-95%.
- Two doses up the game to roughly 97%.
- Some folks fail to develop immunity post-first dose but respond to the second.
Old vaccine types (1963-1967) were less effective, and those vaccinated during that period might face reduced protection. However, even when immunity subsides or breakthrough occurs, vaccinated people tend to experience milder symptoms and reduced contagiousness.
WHY THOSE MEASLES NUMBERS ARE CLIMBING
Public Health - Seattle and King County confirmed two additional measles cases this year from non-residents, and the U.S. is experiencing a significant measles resurgence. Over 1,000 measles cases have reared their ugly heads this year, putting 2022 on track to hit the highest measles cases in the U.S. since the early '90s.
SO, WHAT NOW?
Stay clued up on your vaccination status and get vaccinated if you ain't immune. It's essential to maintain high vaccination coverage, especially the two-dose series, to achieve herd immunity and crush measles.
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- Measles cases in the US have surpassed 1,000 for the first time since 2019, according to the CDC.
- Health officials in Washington state are alarmed over a Canadian traveler whose vaccination status is unknown.
- This traveler, who contracted measles, visited several public spaces, including the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
- Potential exposure sites in Washington include various hotspots in Renton, Bellevue, Seattle, Everett, and Woodinville.
- At least 13 locations have been identified as potential exposure sites, ranging from airports to restaurants.
- It is crucial to double-check vaccination status and consult healthcare professionals if symptoms like fever or an unexplained rash appear.
- Measles can infect individuals days before a rash appears and the virus can linger in the air for up to 2 hours.
- The MMR vaccine, though effective, may lose efficacy over time or based on factors like the number of doses received.
- A single dose of MMR reduces the risk of measles by about 93-95%, while two doses offer approximately 97% protection.
- Some individuals may not develop immunity after the first dose but respond to the second.
- Older vaccine types (1963-1967) were less effective, and those vaccinated during that period might face reduced protection.
- Even when immunity subsides or breakthrough occurs, vaccinated people tend to experience milder symptoms and reduced contagiousness.
- Two additional measles cases have been confirmed in King County and the US is witnessing a significant measles resurgence.
- The increased measles cases put 2022 on track to reach the highest number of measles cases since the early '90s.
- Stay informed about your vaccination status and get vaccinated if not immune.
- High vaccination coverage, especially the two-dose series, is essential to achieve herd immunity and combat measles effectively.
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