First Measles Case of 2025 Reported in South Dakota

South Dakota has confirmed its first measles case of 2025, involving an adult in Meade County who tested positive after returning from international travel. The individual visited urgent care centers in Rapid City and Sturgis on May 28 and 29, prompting a public health alert.

By Christal Blue June 3, 2025 11:51 am

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MEADE COUNTY, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The South Dakota Department of Health has reported the state’s first measles case of 2025. An adult in Meade County tested positive after international travel and visited two urgent care centers in Rapid City and Sturgis on May 28 and 29. Officials are urging anyone who was in those waiting rooms to self-monitor for symptoms like fever, cough, and rash for 21 days. State Epidemiologist Dr. Joshua Clayton warns that measles is highly contagious, especially for those who are not vaccinated. The MMR vaccine remains the best protection, according to officials. More details, including symptom info and exposure times, can be found on the Department of Health website. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.

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