Fresno County reports confirmed measles case. Risk to public is low, health officials say
Fresno County is dealing with its first case of the measles.
The Fresno County Department of Public Health confirmed the case Tuesday.
Health officials said both the Fresno County and Madera County Department of Public Health are working with healthcare providers and state agencies to identify potential exposures.
Health officials said the risk to the general public is low and that most individuals are protected through routine childhood measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination, which is highly effective in preventing infection.
Health officials warned measles is highly contagious, and the Fresno County Health Department and the Madera County Health Department urge individuals who may have been exposed to monitor for symptoms and ensure they are up to date on their MMR vaccine.
Acccording to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 222 measles cases were reported in 12 states with three outbreaks reported in 2025 through March 6. About 93% of cases (207 of 222) are outbreak associated, according to the CDC. At least 16 outbreaks were reported in 2024. There have been two deaths.
This story was originally published March 11, 2025 at 5:21 PM.
