County Confirms First Measles Case of 2025

August 20, 2025

County public health officials have confirmed the first measles case of the year involving an unimmunized teenager who recently traveled internationally. The infected teen may have exposed others at specific locations and times that were identified by officials. County epidemiologists are now collaborating with Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines Urgent Care and Rady Children's Hospital to identify and follow up with potentially exposed individuals.

Who is affected

Unimmunized teenage resident who contracted measles
People potentially exposed at the specified locations and times
Patients and staff at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines Urgent Care and Rady Children's Hospital
County residents at risk of measles exposure

What action is being taken

County epidemiologists are identifying potentially exposed patients and staff
Officials are checking vaccination status of exposed individuals
Health authorities are evaluating people's potential for developing measles
Public health officials are advising symptomatic individuals to call doctors in advance rather than visiting directly

Why it matters

This is the first measles case in the region this year
Measles is highly contagious and can spread to unvaccinated individuals
The disease has potentially serious health consequences
Early identification and containment helps prevent wider community spread

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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