There are now thirteen cases of measles confirmed in South Dakota.  Nine Mitchell residents and four out-of-town relatives have been diagnosed with the disease and none were vaccinated.  State epidemiologist, Dr. Lon Kightlinger, says because of the incubation period, more cases could show up…

 

 

Kightlinger says measles is a highly contagious, airborne disease that can cause brain damage and even death in the most serious of cases.  He warns people not to confuse measles symptoms with the flu…

 

 

Kightlinger says those who have been vaccinated don’t have to worry, but those who haven’t been should do so right away.  He says there are several places where the most current confirmed case came in contact with others…