Iowa measles outbreak
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Measles outbreak in southern Iowa expands to 17 cases
Potential exposure locations included Vero Health Center in West Des Moines on July 28, 2026 between 3:30 and 6:30 p.m.
The 17 cases represent an increase of two from the previous update.
Potential exposure locations included JR Feed and Supply in Bloomfield on Aug. 9, 2026 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Ottumwa Pizza Ranch named as possible measles exposure site
Wapello County Public Health officials said a possible exposure does not mean everyone present will become infected.
Wapello County Public Health said there are no immediate plans for a measles vaccination clinic, but that could change if one is needed.
Hopkins said the announcement contributed to a 50% drop in business.
Iowa HHS issues advisory on potential measles exposure locations
Iowa HHS says it has confirmed 15 measles cases so far in 2026.
Iowa Health and Human Services is adding to its list of potential exposure locations for measles.
Iowa HHS says 13 out of the 15 confirmed measles cases were people who were unvaccinated.
Iowa officials identify measles exposure sites
Listed exposure sites include JR Feed and Supply at 17599 200th St. in Bloomfield on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Listed exposure sites include Natural Grocer's in Clive at 8650 Hickman Rd. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Nine measles cases were confirmed in Iowa in 2025.