Oregon Identifies 3 New Measles Exposure Sites as Virus May Linger 2 Hours

3 articles · Updated · KTVZ · Jul 13

Oregon health officials added three new measles exposure sites Monday, warning people who were at affected Providence facilities in Happy Valley, Oregon City and Portland from July 9 to July 12 to contact a healthcare provider.
Five exposure windows were listed, including Providence Immediate Care in Happy Valley and emergency departments at Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center and Providence Portland Medical Center.
Measles can spread through the air for up to two hours after an infectious person leaves, and exposed people may develop symptoms seven to 21 days later.
Two MMR doses are 97% effective, officials said, while people with rash or recent exposure plus fever, cough or red eyes should call ahead before seeking care to avoid exposing others.