According to NBC4i, Columbus Public Health is investigating an outbreak of measles cases that have been reported in childcare facilities in the area.
CPH confirmed that there are an additional nine measles cases in five different daycares in central Ohio, adding to the four confirmed cases reported last week in one unspecified child care facility in the city.
Of the 15 total cases reported, all are in children under five years old who are unvaccinated, per Columbus Public Health.
Measles is a highly contagious virus transmitted through coughing and sneezing. According to the CDC, infected individuals can spread the virus up to four days before becoming symptomatic.
For the full NBC4 story click here
Get Breaking News & Exclusive Contest in Your Inbox:
The Latest:
- Miracles Are Voice Activated | Dr. Willie Jolley
- Reflecting on My Experience Honoring Sandra Crouch | Ericaism
- Reports Show Growing Number Of Young Adults Find The Bible Transformative In Their Lives
- Here’s Why You Aren’t Meeting Your Well-Being Goals (And How To Finally Change That)
- Think And Grow Richer And Richer | Dr. Willie Jolley
- Erica Campbell and Pastor Aventer Gray Announce Relish Conference 2024
- Think Your Way To Success | Dr. Willie Jolley
- Peloton Instructor Brings Live Choir to New Gospel Ride Series
- Jor’Dan Armstrong’s Trailblazing Journey in Christian Hip Hop and R&B with Elev8.com
- The Power of Tomorrow | Dr. Willie Jolley
15 measles cases reported in five Columbus daycares was originally published on mycolumbusmagic.com