Measles Exposure Confirmed at Texas Tech Student Housing and Clinic

Texas Tech University reported earlier this month that a possible case of measles exposure was found in a campus residence hall and the student health clinic. Health officials notified students and staff.

Tech's Student Health Services (SHS) sent out a memo on March 18 saying that people may have been exposed to the virus at the SHS office and the Carpenter/Wells student housing complex between March 4 and March 12. People live in apartments in the residence hall, so there are no shared areas. However, officials are still looking into the risk of spread. The school hasn't said if the case involves a student.

"If you were at these places during this time, you may have been exposed to the virus," the SHS email said, telling those who were affected to make sure they were up-to-date on their shots. People who have been identified as having close contact will be contacted immediately. SHS tells people with symptoms to stay home by themselves and get medical help by calling (806) 743-2848 or going to an urgent care center.

Symptoms of measles usually show up to 21 days after contact. They can include fever, cough, sore throat, red eyes, and a rash that covers the body. The virus spreads very quickly, but you can avoid getting it by getting a vaccine.

The university is working closely with health officials to prevent the risk from spreading on campus.

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