Oregon health officials warned of a potential measles exposure at Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center in Clackamas. The exposure occurred in the emergency department waiting room at 10180 SE Sunnyside Road between 12:33 p.m. and 2:33 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17.
According to the Oregon Health Authority and Clackamas County health officials, people who were at the location during that time should check their vaccination records and monitor for signs and symptoms of measles. People born after 1957 who have not had measles and have not been vaccinated against measles should receive an MMR vaccine as soon as possible.
Kaiser Permanente will reach out directly to individuals identified as needing post-exposure prophylaxis with immune globulin to prevent measles, the agency said.
Measles spreads through the air after a person coughs or sneezes and remains contagious for four days before a rash appears and up to four days afterward. Virus particles can linger in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves the area. Symptoms typically begin seven to 21 days after exposure and may include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash that begins on the face and spreads to the rest of the body.
Families without a primary care provider can establish care at Multnomah County clinics or student health centers by calling 503-988-5558. Clackamas County residents can schedule appointments at Clackamas County Health Centers.