North Carolina is experiencing an increase in measles cases in the western part of the state. In light of this, we have attached an important memo from Dr. Zack Moore, State Epidemiologist. The memo outlines updated NC DHHS public health guidance on measles prevention, including recommendations for early MMR vaccination for infants in areas where transmission is occurring.
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend yesterday’s Measles Update and Planning Webinar hosted by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS). We appreciate your participation as we work together to ensure that child care facilities are well-prepared to prevent and manage measles cases.
This email is to inform you that the March Provider Webinar has been canceled due to our upcoming VFC Provider Conference. The next webinar will be held on April 7, 2025. In absence of the March webinar, we have an important update to share regarding measles reporting, testing, and vaccination.