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Possible measles exposure reported at Georgia LongHorn steakhouse
Original: Georgia health officials identify possible measles exposure at Houston County LongHorn steakhouse
Georgia health officials are warning that people may have been exposed to measles at a LongHorn Steakhouse in Houston County. Authorities are notifying anyone who visited the restaurant during the possible exposure window to watch for symptoms such as fever and rash, and to check their vaccination status. The alert comes as US measles cases have been rising, raising concern about further spread in the community.
Why now: Measles is highly contagious and cases have been increasing in the United States, making any new potential exposure site newsworthy for local residents.
Georgia Department of Public HealthLongHorn SteakhouseHouston County, Georgia
Evidence
- Georgia health officials identify possible measles exposure at Houston County LongHorn steakhouse · CBS News
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