Measles Case Reported in Lancaster County
LINCOLN - A confirmed case of measles has been reported in Lancaster County in an adult who was appropriately vaccinated and had no out of state travel history. It's the first measles case in Lancaster County since 1990.
Measles is a highly contagious disease that' spread through the air by breathing, coughing and sneezing. It’s possible that residents who were in the same locations as this person may have been exposed to measles and they should fill out the risk assessment survey at lincoln.ne.gov/Measles.
Locations
Walmart, 4700 N. 27th St. | January 18 | 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Med Elite Urgent Care, 7120 S. 69th St. | January 25 | 1:30 to 5 p.m.
If residents were at any of the locations on the dates and times mentioned, they’ll also want to check their vaccination status and watch closely for signs and symptoms of measles. More information about measles and our local situation - https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/News/2026/1/28