Monroe County Reports Measles Case, Warns of Possible Exposure

Residents urged to monitor for symptoms after exposures at church and clinic

Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:51pm

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The Monroe County Health Department has reported a case of measles and is warning the public about potential exposures at an Ida church and a Milan urgent care clinic. Individuals who visited these locations during the specified times are urged to monitor for symptoms and get vaccinated if not already protected.

Why it matters

Measles is a highly contagious virus that can live in the air for up to two hours, putting unvaccinated individuals at high risk of contracting the illness. This case highlights the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates to prevent the spread of preventable diseases.

The details

The health department stated that anyone who was at St. Joseph Church of Ida on Van Aiken Street between 6 and 9:30 p.m. on March 28, or at the Trinity Health IHA Urgent Care on East Arkona Road in Milan between 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on March 31, may have been exposed to the measles virus. Individuals are urged to monitor for symptoms for 21 days and to call ahead before visiting a doctor, urgent care, or hospital if symptoms develop.

  • On March 28, potential exposure occurred at St. Joseph Church of Ida between 6 and 9:30 p.m.
  • On March 31, potential exposure occurred at Trinity Health IHA Urgent Care in Milan between 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
  • Individuals exposed at the Ida church have until April 3 to receive immune globulin medication.
  • Individuals exposed at the Milan clinic have until 11:30 a.m. on April 3 to receive the MMR vaccine.

The players

Jamie Dean

Monroe County Health Officer.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

The state agency that reported a drop in MMR vaccine coverage for children ages 4 to 6, from 89% in 2017 to 66%.

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What they’re saying

“This case is a reminder of how easily measles can spread among those who lack immunity. Anyone not vaccinated is likely to become ill if exposed. We strongly encourage our community to educate themselves about their immunization status and to get vaccinated if they are not protected.”

— Jamie Dean, Monroe County Health Officer

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing need for high vaccination rates to prevent the spread of measles and other highly contagious diseases. It also underscores the importance of public health education and awareness to ensure individuals are aware of their immunization status and take appropriate actions to protect themselves and their communities.