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Wake County, Duke experts: measles highly contagious; vaccination and 72‑hour PEP key defenses
Summary
Wake County Public Health and Duke infectious-disease experts said measles is extremely contagious, urged people who can be vaccinated to do so, and outlined local guidance: monitor 21 days after exposure, quarantine nonimmune contacts, and seek post‑exposure prophylaxis (ideally within 72 hours).
Panelists from Wake County Public Health and Duke University on Tuesday urged vaccination and situational awareness after explaining how measles spreads, who is most at risk, and what families should do if exposed.
Dr. Tony Moody, director of the Children's Health and Discovery Initiative at Duke University, said measles is "the single most contagious virus that we know of," and that high vaccine coverage is necessary to interrupt transmission. Brian Gravlin, nurse supervisor at Wake County Public Health, told viewers that Wake County currently has no confirmed cases but that the county will post exposure locations and case information on its website.
The panel outlined practical steps for families: get vaccinated if eligible, check vaccine records with your clinician, and call…
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