Measles case confirmed in Monroe County

SPARTA, Wis. (WKBT) — The Monroe County Health Department confirmed one measles case in a county resident Friday, as Wisconsin’s statewide case count climbs to 552 — the highest total in more than three decades.

The case was confirmed through testing at state labs, according to a press release from the Monroe County Health Department. Health officials are working with the individual and their healthcare providers to identify anyone who may have been exposed. People identified as potential contacts will be notified directly by public health officials…

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