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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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