NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A Texas resident infectious with measles traveled by way of Guadalupe and Valencia counties earlier this month, based on the New Mexico Division of Well being. The general public is now being suggested they may have presumably been uncovered to measles in the event that they had been in these places through the listed timeframes:
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Saturday, March 8 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on the TA Journey Heart on 2634 U.S. Route 66 in Santa Rosa
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Saturday and Sunday, March 8 to 9 on the Days Inn by Wyndham on 1919 Primary St. SW in Los Lunas
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Sunday, March 9, from midday to three:30 p.m. at Sopa’s Restaurant at 1700 Bosque Farms Boulevard in Bosque Farms
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Monday, March 10, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Our Woman of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 3674 NM-47 in Peralta
The well being division says for those who visited these locations throughout these specified timeframes, and you’re unvaccinated or not sure of your standing, you need to examine in your vaccination data and get caught up on any lacking doses.
Measles signs can begin with a cough, runny nostril, and eye redness, then progress to fever and rash that begins on the pinnacle earlier than spreading down the physique.
Anybody who develops signs is requested to isolate and name their healthcare supplier for testing. The well being division helpline may also be reached at 833-796-8773
“Current measles circumstances in Texas and New Mexico are a reminder to remain vigilant,” stated NMDOH Chief Medical Officer Dr. Miranda Durham. “When somebody with measles travels, the virus can unfold to unprotected communities—notably throughout high-travel durations like spring break. Vaccination is our strongest protection: one dose of vaccine is 93% efficient, and two doses are 97% efficient.”
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In response to NMDOH, there are presently 38 circumstances of measles in New Mexico. These outbreaks are confined to Lea and Eddy counties in essentially the most southeastern portion of the state.
Valencia County is simply south of Bernalillo County, whereas Guadalupe County is east of Albuquerque.
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