Another 5 measles cases confirmed in Collier County, total passes 100
By Carson Zorn
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COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. (WBBH) — After five new measles cases were confirmed in Collier County in the latest update from the Florida Department of Health, the total number of cases has surpassed 100.
According to the latest update from the FDOH, which tracks cases through March 14, there are now 88 confirmed cases in Collier County, as well as 16 probable cases, bringing the total to 104.
Additionally, Lee County gained a case of measles, and the total number of cases for the county now sits at three.
Southwest Florida makes up 107 out of the 140 total cases reported across the state.
The age groups diagnosed with measles in Collier County are as follows:
Ages 0-4: 2 cases Ages 5-9: 3 cases Ages 10-14: 6 cases Ages 15-19: 50 cases Ages 20-24: 39 cases Ages 30-34: 1 case Ages 50-54: 1 case Ages 55-59: 1 case Ages 60-64: 1 case In Lee County, two cases are reported in individuals aged 15-19, and one case is reported in an individual aged 35-39.
What are the symptoms of measles? Measles is spread through the air by breathing, coughing, or sneezing. It can be transmitted four days before the rash becomes visible to four days after the rash appears. The symptoms of measles generally begin approximately eight to 14 days after a person is exposed to someone with measles, with a range of seven to 21 days.
Symptoms include:
Fever Cough Runny nose Red, watery eyes Malaise Typically followed in three to five days by:
A rash that often starts on the face and neck, but can spread over the entire body. Tiny white spots with bluish-white centers are found inside the mouth.
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