Tazewell Health Dept. gives tips on measles as cases rise

Posted on April 15, 2024

*^{Anyone interested in receiving the MMR vaccine should call (309)929-0294. (Photo Courtesy of WMBD-TV)}*

By WMBD-TV

TAZEWELL COUNTY – As measles cases are rising in Illinois, Tazewell County Health Department is informing residents how to prevent the spread on their Facebook page.

For starters, the best way to prevent the spread of measles is the MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine. But what about those who can’t take the vaccine, like infants?

The Tazewell Health Department recommends common practices like regular disinfecting of all surfaces and keeping vulnerable people away from crowds and sick people.

Anyone interested in receiving the MMR vaccine should call (309)929-0294.

More information about measles can be found here.

WMBD-TV can be reached at [email protected].

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