Friday, September 18, 2026

First measles case reported in Clark County since 2018

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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Clark County is reporting its first confirmed measles case in seven years, involving an toddler who isn’t but eligible to obtain the vaccination.

In accordance with the Southern Nevada Well being District, members of the group might have been uncovered to the measles on the following areas:

St. Rose Dominican Hospital, Siena Campus Pediatric Emergency Division, on October 31, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and November 1, from 7 a.m. to three p.m.

The well being district is working with the hospital to inform doubtlessly uncovered sufferers and employees, as measles is extremely contagious.

Signs usually develop seven to 14 days after publicity however can take as much as 21 days to develop. The signs embrace fever, cough, runny nostril, and crimson eyes, adopted by a rash about three to 5 days later.

The CDC is reporting 1,681 measles instances as of Nov. 4, 2025, together with three confirmed deaths.

“Measles is highly contagious and can spread to others simply by being in the same room with an infected person,” stated Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Well being Officer for the Southern Nevada Well being District. “We encourage anyone who visited the listed location during the exposure periods to monitor for symptoms and contact their health care provider if they develop signs of illness. It is very important to call ahead before seeking care so that steps can be taken to avoid exposing others.”

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