Health Officials Warn of Potential Measles Exposure in Keizer

Oregon Health Authority issues alert after two locations identified as possible exposure sites.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:09pm

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The Oregon Health Authority has issued a warning to the public about two locations in Keizer, Oregon where people may have been exposed to measles. Officials are advising anyone who was present at these sites during the specified timeframes to contact their healthcare provider to determine if they are immune to the disease.

Why it matters

Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that can lead to serious complications, especially in unvaccinated individuals. This alert is intended to help contain the spread of the disease and ensure those potentially exposed can take appropriate precautions.

The details

According to the OHA, there have been 13 confirmed measles cases in Oregon so far this year, with 12 of those occurring in unvaccinated or unknown vaccination status patients, and one in a patient who had received one dose of the MMR vaccine. No hospitalizations have been reported. The two exposure sites identified are locations in Keizer, and the OHA is urging anyone present at those sites during the specified timeframes to contact their healthcare provider.

  • The potential measles exposure occurred on April 3, 2026.

The players

Oregon Health Authority

The state's public health agency responsible for monitoring and responding to disease outbreaks.

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What’s next

The OHA is advising anyone who may have been exposed to contact their healthcare provider to determine their immunity status and take appropriate actions.

The takeaway

This measles exposure alert highlights the ongoing need for vaccination and vigilance against highly contagious diseases, even in areas that have not seen major outbreaks in recent years. Public health officials are working to contain the spread and ensure those potentially affected can take proper precautions.