As outbreaks of measles are popping up all around the country, the Guilford County Division of Public Health is “strongly urging” parents to get their children— from those in kindergarten to high school— vaccinated for measles, as well as mumps and rubella.
The county issued a public statement on the matter on Thursday, April 3.
“Measles is a highly contagious virus that can lead to serious health complications,” the statement reads. “Symptoms include fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes and rash. While there have been no reported cases of measles in North Carolina so far in 2025, public health officials encourage residents, schools, health care providers and child care centers to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves, their communities and those at highest risk, especially unvaccinated children.”…