09/15/2026
Health officials have identified potential measles exposures at two health care facilties in Morehead, Kentucky, between August 25 and August 31, 2026.
The potential measles exposures were at UK St. Claire Regional Medical Center and UK St. Claire Urgent Care - Hampton Way. Addresses and specific dates and times of possible measles exposures are available at www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Documents%202/MeaslesExposureChart.pdf
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination is the best protection against measles.
People who have been exposed to measles may already be experiencing symptoms of fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and rash. If you are worried that you may have measles, call your health care provider first. Do not go to a doctor’s office or emergency room without calling first to help protect others from getting sick.
To learn more about measles, please visit: www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx