Bar W Families,
The Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) has confirmed the first case of measles in Williamson County in 2025. The case involves a school-age child who attended Bar W Elementary. The individual was contagious from May 15 and may be through May 24, 2025. During this time, there is potential for exposure to others in the community.
Families of Bar W students should monitor for symptoms through June 14 and contact their healthcare provider if symptoms develop. Individuals should call ahead before visiting a clinic or hospital. WCCHD health centers do not offer measles testing.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to review measles symptoms, monitor their child’s health, and consult with a healthcare provider if concerns arise. Measles symptoms can include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive rash that typically begins on the face and spreads.
Liberty Hill ISD remains committed to the health and safety of its students and staff and will continue working closely with public health authorities.
For updates and additional information about measles in Williamson County, including vaccine availability, visit www.wcchd.org/measles, or email wcchd-info@wilcotx.gov
About Measles:
Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through coughing, sneezing or contact with contaminated surfaces. Symptoms typically include:
People are contagious from four days before to four days after the rash appears. The incubation period is about two weeks from exposure to onset of rash.
Doctors should consider measles in patients with fever and rash and report suspected cases to their local health department. Individuals with measles or suspected measles should stay home and avoid contact with others.
Vaccination before or shortly after exposure may prevent or reduce illness. Immune globulin may help protect unvaccinated individuals at high risk, including pregnant people, infants and those with weakened immune systems.
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