- A person contagious with measles visited the Sam’s Club in Evergreen Park, Illinois, on April 9 between 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m., potentially exposing shoppers to the virus.
- Vaccinated individuals or those who have had measles before have a low risk of developing measles. However, unvaccinated individuals are at increased risk.
- Health officials have reported 64 confirmed cases of measles statewide in Illinois, with 58 cases concentrated in Chicago, particularly among individuals who stayed at a migrant shelter in Pilsen.
Shoppers who recently visited the Sam’s Club in Evergreen Park, Illinois, may have been exposed to measles. The Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) has issued a warning regarding a Chicago resident who was contagious with measles during their visit to the Sam’s Club located at 9400 S. Western Ave. on April 9, between 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
The individual’s visit to Sam’s Club potentially exposed other shoppers to measles. Health officials emphasise that if you are vaccinated or have had measles before, your risk of developing measles from this exposure is considered low. However, if you are unvaccinated, you are at an increased risk.
This incident adds to the statewide concern, as there have been 64 confirmed cases of measles in Illinois, with 58 cases concentrated in Chicago. Particularly notable is the outbreak among individuals who stayed at a migrant shelter in Pilsen.
Measles is highly contagious and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It can also be transmitted through contact with infected mucus or saliva. Health officials warn that measles can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia and encephalitis.
Suppose you visited the Sam’s Club in Evergreen Park on April 9 between 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. and are experiencing symptoms such as a high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a skin rash. In that case, you should contact the Cook County Department of Public Health at (708) 836-8699 and your healthcare provider immediately.
Before seeking medical attention in person, it is crucial to call ahead to arrange for a medical evaluation. This precaution helps prevent the potential spread of measles to other patients and medical staff.
The recent exposure to measles at the Sam’s Club in Evergreen Park highlights the importance of vaccination and prompt medical attention. If you believe you may have been exposed, contact the Cook County Department of Public Health and your healthcare provider immediately to reduce the risk of spreading the disease further.
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