(COLDWATER) - The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency has confirmed two cases of measles in St. Joseph County residents.
The agency is working closely with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to investigate the cases and notify anyone who may be exposed.
At this time, the CHA has identified two public exposure sites: Monday, November 2 between 1:15 PM and 5 PM at WellNow Urgent Care, 109 South Centreville Road in Sturgis.
Also on Thursday, November 5 between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM at Three Rivers Health Emergency Department Waiting Room, 701 South Health Parkway.
If you were present at either of these locations during the listed times, and are not vaccinated, please contact the CHA by calling 269-273-2161, extension 241 as soon as possible. Individuals who may have been exposed can still be vaccinated as long as no symptoms are present.
Unvaccinated individuals need to monitor for symptoms for 21 days and it is recommended you stay home, and away from others.
Symptoms include: High fever (may spike over 104o F); Cough; Runny nose; Red, watery eyes; Tiny white spots in the mouth; and A red, raised, rash that starts on the face, spreads to the body
If you develop symptoms, stay home and call your healthcare provider.