Measles case confirmed in Clark County

CLARK COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - The Clark County Health Department together with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services are announcing a confirmed case of measles in a Clark County resident through laboratory testing.

According to a press release from the health department, this is the first confirmed case of measles in Clark County.

The press release goes on to say public health officials are working with the individual and their healthcare provider to identify anyone who may have been exposed and provide guidance to help prevent further spread of the disease.

Additional information on how you can protect yourself and your family is available HERE.

There are several Wisconsin counties with confirmed cases of measles. You can keep track of the latest cases on the DHS’s website HERE.

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