Iowa officials identify places visited during measles contagion - KCCI

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and local public health agencies are responding to a measles outbreak in southern Iowa that has grown to 12 confirmed cases. Previous video above: Iowa's first measles case of 2026 reflects a changing reality for doctors, health officials As of Aug. 16, health officials said there is evidence the virus is spreading from person to person. Iowa HHS and local public health agencies are working with affected families and community leaders to identify additional illnesses, provide information and help people access vaccinations. Measles is highly contagious and can spread to people who are not immune after they are exposed to the virus. State and local health officials have also identified locations visited by people while they were contagious, creating the possibility that others may have been exposed.