DENVER — Health officials have confirmed a new measles case involving an out-of-state visitor to Colorado and are now warning the public about possible exposure locations.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Gunnison Department of Health and Human Services verified the case but released few details.
Measles is extremely contagious, and anyone who visited the exposure sites listed below should monitor for symptoms for 21 days. Depending on the location, symptoms could appear through either August 2 or August 8.
Potential Measles Exposure Sites:
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Taylor Park Trading Post
23044 Co Rd 742, Almont, CO 81210
Date/Time: Saturday, July 12, 4–7 p.m.
Monitor for symptoms through: August 2 -
Gunnison Valley Health Hospital
711 N. Taylor St., Gunnison, CO 81230
Date/Time: Wednesday, July 16 – Thursday, July 17, 3 p.m. – 10 a.m.
Monitor for symptoms through: August 8
As of June 18, Colorado had reported 16 measles cases and four hospitalizations this year, with no fatalities. According to CDPHE, most cases occur after travel or in under-vaccinated communities. Before 2025, the last reported case in the state was in December 2023.
Health officials urge everyone to get vaccinated, stressing that the measles vaccine is the most effective way to protect yourself and others. Common symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive rash that typically begins on the face before spreading.
If you were at any of the exposure sites and begin to show symptoms, contact your healthcare provider by phone right away. If you don’t have a provider, call an urgent care center or emergency room and mention your potential exposure. Calling ahead helps prevent further spread of the virus.
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