BISMARCK, N.D. – A measles case is being reported and investigated in far northeast North Dakota.
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) says the case is in Pembina County. North Dakota now has two cases reported this year.
The individual is unvaccinated and likely acquired the infection within the state of North Dakota. While Health and Human Services continues to work to determine the source of exposure as the individual has reported no recent out-of-state or international travel. HHS says the case isn’t linked with a previously reported case in Williams County.
HHS, in coordination with Pembina County Public Health, is identifying and notifying individuals who may have been exposed. The following locations are identified as possible exposure locations:
- February 4: Charras and Tequilas Mexican Cuisine in Grand Forks, between noon and 3 p.m.
- February 4: Cavalier Public School gymnasium, between 3:45 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- February 6: Clinic Care waiting room in Cavalier, between 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Exposed individuals are encouraged to monitor for symptoms and contact a health care provider if symptoms develop. Individuals who think they have measles should call first before seeking health care to avoid spreading measles to others. If not vaccinated, exposed individuals should quarantine (stay at home) for 21 days after the date of exposure.
“Because the new case is not linked to other cases or travel, there is concern about potential community transmission,” the department said. “As a precaution, HHS recommends that all residents and travelers to Pembina County ensure they are vaccinated against measles.”
