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Nashville's second measles case left exposure sites in Brentwood and Arrington
Four exposure sites are in Arrington and Brentwood
| Place | City | When |
|---|---|---|
| New Approach Jewelry School | Arrington | Oct. 30 and Nov. 2 |
| Remedy Lash and Co | Brentwood | Nov. 1, 4-7 p.m. |
| Subway, 330 Franklin Road | Brentwood | Nov. 1, 2-5 p.m. |
| The Joint Chiropractic | Brentwood | Nov. 2, 3-6 p.m. |
Source: News Channel 5 Nashville
If you were at a spot from Arrington to Brentwood, Antioch or Nashville over the past week, check where you've been. Metro Public Health has confirmed Nashville's second measles case this year, and WSMV reports the exposure sites span Davidson and Williamson counties. News Channel 5 reports the person is unvaccinated, had traveled internationally and is isolating at home.
- Urgent care visit: Nov. 3, with testing confirming measles that day
- Exposure sites: seven, from Arrington to Brentwood, Antioch and Nashville
- Symptoms: high fever, red or watery eyes, then a rash
“We are optimistic that this person did seek care early and has been obeying the guidance of isolating at home.”
Joanna Shaw-KaiKai, medical services director, Metro Public Health Department
Were you at a listed site during its window? Watch for symptoms. If you're unsure whether you're vaccinated, contact your healthcare provider or Metro Public Health.
21 daysto watch for symptoms if you were at an exposure site
Health officials want anyone at a listed location during its window to watch for symptoms for the next 21 days.
Source: News Channel 5 Nashville
