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Parents scrambling as measles crisis hits Colorado
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Parents scrambling as measles crisis hits Colorado

  • Colorado reports a third measles case in 2026, involving a second Broomfield High School student.
  • Both infected students had not received the MMR vaccine.
  • Exposure sites span multiple Colorado locations, with guidance for those exposed to seek care.
  • CDPHE stresses vaccination as the best protection against measles.
  • CDPHE offers English and Spanish resources for families preparing for measles in schools or child care.
  • Nationwide, over 1,000 measles cases have been reported in 2026.
  • Colorado logged six measles cases from 2014 to 2024 and 36 cases in 2025.
  • Public health officials warn measles is highly contagious and can be deadly.
  • Health secretary and officials link rising measles cases to declining vaccine rates.
  • Public health guidance includes how to find local vaccine providers.
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Measles exposure locations in Colorado: 2 schools, 3 restaurants and a grocery store
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health9h ago

Measles exposure locations in Colorado: 2 schools, 3 restaurants and a grocery store

  • Colorado reports its first measles outbreak of 2026, linked to three student cases in Broomfield.
  • Health officials identified 11 exposure sites across four Colorado communities.
  • Exposure locations include schools, restaurants and a hospital setting.
  • Two doses of the measles vaccine reduce infection risk by about 97%.
  • People exposed should call ahead before seeking medical care to limit spread.
  • Colorado has reported four measles cases in 2026 so far.
  • Last year saw 36 measles cases in Colorado, higher than the previous decade.
  • Exposed individuals with symptoms should seek care promptly while informing providers in advance.
  • Public health guidance reiterates vaccination as an effective preventive measure.
  • The situation spans multiple Colorado cities, including Broomfield, Lafayette, Louisville and Westminster.
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