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Virginia health officials investigate potential measles exposure in Lynchburg
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- A confirmed measles case linked to a traveler moving through Virginia's Southwest Region has prompted public health investigation affecting Lynchburg.
- Centra Lynchburg General Hospital Emergency Department was a primary exposure site, with potential exposure window from 10:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on March 2.
- Public guidance urges monitoring for measles symptoms for 21 days after exposure, especially for those not fully vaccinated or immune.
- Two-dose MMR vaccination provides protection; Virginia reports high vaccination rates, with about 95% of kindergarteners fully vaccinated.
- Unvaccinated or not fully immune individuals should seek medical advice or post-exposure treatment if eligible.
- VDH will post any additional exposure sites identified during the investigation to its Measles website.
- The public is advised to report exposures via the VDH portal and check their vaccination status through the portal or records requests.
- The most likely illness window after exposure at the hospital is March 9 to March 23.
- Infants and others not vaccinated remain at higher risk if exposed.
- Virginia has reported 10 measles cases so far in 2026, signaling ongoing transmission concerns.
- Public updates on new exposure sites will continue via the VDH Measles website to keep the public informed.
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