Measles in Butte County
Public Health confirms two cases
Two adults have been diagnosed with measles in Butte County, and neither of them has a documented vaccine history, according to a press release from Butte County Public Health (BCPH). The local cases have been linked to a third in Shasta County and are considered part of a cluster.
Officials have identified a few locations where people may have come in contact with the virus, including multiple spots in Red Bluff and Redding, plus the Esplanade House in north Chico (from March 5-9 and 15-19) and Enloe Medical Center’s emergency room (March 19, 8:30-9 a.m.). Those who believe they have been exposed and are not vaccinated should call BCPH at 552-3929.
Symptoms of measles, which is highly contagious, include fever, cough and runny nose, followed by a rash. It can be deadly. The MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps and rubella, is the best protection against the virus.
More Local Stories » Downstroke
House arrest for bomb threats
Former Oroville man sent about 150 letters in 2017.
Published on 03.28.19
Supervisor opts out for 2020
With Lambert stepping aside, two challengers jump into the District 4 race.
Published on 03.28.19
Adventist Health reveals changes
Feather River Hospital adds a clinic, but services and facilities must get relicensed to Rideout in Marysville.
Published on 03.21.19
DA: Hendrix ‘suicide by cop’
Ramsey clears five officers involved in the fatal shooting of a fugitive found in Yankee Hill during the Camp Fire evacuation.
Published on 03.21.19
Dog pack attacks
Owner and Animal Control, in court over earlier complaints, head back to Magalia as sheriff’s deputies respond to injured neighbors.
Published on 03.21.19