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Board hears update: measles cases nationwide, E. coli uptick; no confirmed Wisconsin measles cases
Summary
Health Officer Amy Kleiber reported respiratory viruses at minimum statewide but noted a nationwide measles outbreak of 1,267 cases and an uptick in non-related E. coli cases; Home FluMist availability for fall 2025-2026 was also discussed.
During the communicable-disease update, Health Officer Amy Kleiber said respiratory viruses are at minimum levels across Wisconsin but highlighted a nationwide measles outbreak with 1,267 cases and noted there were no confirmed measles cases in Wisconsin. She also reported an increased uptick in E. coli cases not related to the measles outbreak.
Kleiber told the board that the Department of Health Services expects Home FluMist availability for fall 2025-2026, and the department will incorporate vaccine planning into upcoming clinic exercises. The report served as situational awareness and did not prompt immediate policy action at the meeting.
