Kentucky health officials have identified potential measles exposures in Grant County involving an unvaccinated traveler from another state who visited the Ark Encounter in Williamstown on Dec. 29 and stayed at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Dry Ridge from Dec. 28-30.
People who were present at those locations at those times should take appropriate steps to protect their health and stop the spread of measles, advises the Kentucky Department of Public Health, including checking their vaccination status, staying home and avoiding large gatherings, monitoring symptoms for 21 days and contacting a health care provider with any questions.
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination is the best protection against measles, says the Department of Public Health.. Immunization against measles comes through the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
The Ark Encounter is a religious tourist attraction that features a replica of the biblical Noah’s Ark.
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