Public Health Update from Daviess Community Hospital

November 11, 2026

Daviess Community Hospital, in coordination with the Daviess County Health Department and the Indiana Department of Health, is aware of the confirmed case of measles in Daviess County, Indiana.

Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, talks, or breathes. The virus can remain in the air for up to 2 hours after an infected person leaves.

People who have not received the MMR vaccine are at greater risk of getting measles.

Symptoms of Measles:

• High fever
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Red, watery eyes
• Rash

The rash usually appears 3-5 days after the first symptoms begin. It typically starts on the face and spreads down the body.

If you have symptoms, stay home and avoid contact with others. Follow public health guidance on when it is safe to return to normal activities.

Seek emergency medical attention for:

• Difficulty breathing or chest pain
• Stiff neck or confusion
• Severe vomiting or diarrhea
• Severe headache or sensitivity to light

IMPORTANT: If you have been exposed to measles or have symptoms, please call ahead before going to a clinic or the Emergency Department. Do not walk in without calling first.

Daviess Community Hospital Emergency Department: 812-254-8876

The Emergency Department does not administer the MMR vaccine. Contact your Primary Care Provider or the Daviess County Health Department for vaccination.