Ontario County Reports Measles Case from Canadian Traveler, No Public Risk

The Ontario County Health Department has confirmed a measles case linked to an individual recently returned from Ontario, Canada, where an outbreak is underway. The infected person self-isolated, and all close contacts were vaccinated. The individual has since fully recovered. Health Director Kate Ott emphasized that there is currently no public risk but encouraged travelers to ensure measles vaccinations before visiting outbreak-prone areas. The case underscores the importance of maintaining up-to-date immunizations to prevent future community spread.

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Source: Rochester First