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Travis County reports second measles case; officials urge MMR vaccination
Summary
Austin Public Health and Travis County officials confirmed a second measles case in the county, saying the patient was fully vaccinated and experienced only mild symptoms. Health leaders posted exposure locations, advised monitoring through May 11 and urged vaccination and boosters for those uncertain of their immunity.
Travis County public health officials confirmed a second case of measles and urged Austin-area residents to verify MMR vaccination status and seek shots if they are unvaccinated or unsure.
Dr. Watts, an epidemiologist with Austin Public Health, said the newly confirmed case involved a fully vaccinated adult who developed only mild symptoms and is isolating at home. Officials said federal and state partners, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are assisting contact tracing and passenger notification related to travel exposures.
“This case shows that vaccines are our best defense,” an Austin Public Health spokesperson said in Spanish during the briefing. Officials…
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