Sullivan County monitors measles as cases climb to 540 in Pennsylvania
Public Health Director Dr. Jessie Moore says teams are maintaining ongoing surveillance and are in regular communication with the New York State Department of Health.
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The Sullivan County Department of Public Health is closely monitoring the spread of measles after 540 cases were reported across counties in neighboring Pennsylvania.
Public Health Director Dr. Jessie Moore says teams are maintaining ongoing surveillance and are in regular communication with the New York State Department of Health.
Health officials say they are ready to investigate, conduct contact tracing, testing, provide vaccinations and keep the community informed.
“Public health emergency preparedness is intentionally integrated across our programs rather than operating as a stand-alone function,” said Dr. Moore. “This allows epidemiology, nursing, clinical services, outreach, communications, and leadership to respond collectively and immediately based on the needs of an event.”
The agency reminds the public that measles is not just a danger to children. They urge adults unsure of their immunity to contact their doctor for appropriate testing or vaccinations.
