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Health officials confirm new case of measles

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The Arizona Department of Health Services is confirming a new case ofmeasles in Arizona, bringing the total number to 17 cases. 

AZDHS says this new case is associated with the private detention center in Eloy and does not pose a risk to the public. 

There are 16 confirmed cases in Pinal County and 1 confirmed case in Maricopa County. 

Health officials say potential exposure areas include:

Sunday, June 5. 2016:

Sparkle Auto Spa, 1635 E Florence Blvd in Casa Grande, Ariz. from 11:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Wendy's, 1127 E Florence Blvd in Casa Grande, Ariz. from 11:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Walmart Supercenter, 1741 E Florence Blvd in Casa Grande, Ariz. from 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.

 

Tuesday, June 7, 2016:

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, 1140 N. Gilbert Rd #111 in Gilbert, Ariz. from 1:30 and 4:30 p.m.

Body Pro's Collision, 1508 W Scott Ave in Gilbert, Ariz. from 1:30 and 5 p.m. 

 

To view previously identified exposure sites, click here.

If you believe that you have measles you are advised to contact your health provider by phone. If you do not have a health provider you are advised to go to your local emergency room or urgent care.