DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- A case of measles has now been confirmed in DuPage County. It's the first one since 2009.
The case does not appear to be linked to new arrival shelters in Chicago and the source of infection is unknown at this time, according to the DuPage County Health Department.
DCHD is working with public health partners to identify and notify individuals who may have been exposed to the virus. Health officials are urging DCHD urges residents to ensure they are up to date with their MMR vaccine.
"With an increasing number of measles cases being identified, being up to date with measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccinations is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones," stated Adam Forker, Executive Director, DuPage County Health Department.
"Measles is highly contagious but thankfully, the MMR vaccine is effective at preventing measles and remains by far the best protection against measles for people of all ages."
DHCD said that "those who have been vaccinated against measles are likely protected and should monitor for symptoms for 21 days."
The number of measles cases reported in Illinois continues to rise. They include 61 cases in Chicago, two cases in Will County, and one each in Lake and suburban Cook counties.
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