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First case of Measles confirmed in Eastern Idaho for 2026">First case of Measles confirmed in Eastern Idaho for 2026
The following is a news release from Eastern Idaho Public Health:
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Eastern Idaho Public Health is reporting a case of measles in a child in Eastern Idaho. The child is a resident of Madison County who was unvaccinated against measles. The child had traveled out of state to an area with an ongoing outbreak. It is likely they were exposed at this time. EIPH does not believe that they contracted measles locally.
The patient was seen by the Madison Health ER for symptoms of measles and was not hospitalized. Madison Health has reached out to those who were potentially exposed, all of whom were educated by infection control specialists.
Aside from the ER visit, this case reports self-isolation during the infectious period and is no longer contagious. EIPH is currently monitoring the household for potential infection.
EIPH will not publish a separate press release for additional cases within the case’s household. As stated in other measles education shared by EIPH: The virus can easily spread through the air and can survive in the air up to two hours after an infected individual has left. About one in five unvaccinated people in the United States who have measles is hospitalized. Individuals who have received the measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, have had measles in the past, or are born before 1957 are considered immune to the measles virus.
Typical symptoms include:
- High fever, up to 105°F
- Cough, runny nose, and watery eyes
- Characteristic rash starting at the head, moving downwards
Infection can spread four days before and after the rash appears.
“Measles is very contagious. Up to 90% of people exposed to it may contract measles if not protected against it,” said Rachel Mugleston, RN, Health Strategies Program Manager at Eastern Idaho Public Health.
Although measles is considered a childhood disease, it can be contracted at any age. Eastern Idaho Public Health encourages everyone to check their vaccination records with their primary care provider.
The best way to protect you and your family from infection is through up-to-date vaccination for measles/mumps/rubella (MMR). The measles vaccine is 97% effective at preventing measles after receiving two doses.
If you believe you may have been exposed to anyone with measles, contact your health care provider, and monitor yourself for symptoms for 21 days after exposure. It is extremely important to call before arriving in person due to the contagious nature of the measles virus.
“Hit the Ground Running”: Idaho Falls leaders gather to discuss city’s future">“Hit the Ground Running”: Idaho Falls leaders gather to discuss city’s future
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Local leaders and members of the Idaho Falls community gathered this afternoon, Jan. 6, to talk about upcoming plans for the city.
While there, Local News 8 spoke with Mayor-elect Lisa Burtenshaw, who tells us she is excited to engage with city residents. She says she wants to make sure Idaho Falls remains a great place to live, raise a family, and do business.
“Going to hit the ground running. We have a communications plan that we’re going to roll out so that people know how and when the city’s going to communicate with them. We’re going to make sure that that’s a top priority. We’re working on the budget, and we are really going to work on the US 250, the America 250. We want to make it a great summer,” said Burtenshaw.
Burtenshaw will be sworn in as Idaho Falls mayor this Thursday, January 8th.
Legislative District 32 Selects Nominees to Fill Representative Horman’s Seat">Legislative District 32 Selects Nominees to Fill Representative Horman’s Seat
Representative Wendy Horman has resigned from the Idaho House of Representatives, effective January 5, 2026, to take a new position with the Trump Administration in Washington, D.C.
Legislative District 32 has chosen three people to be considered as her replacement. The Governor will pick one of them to serve the rest of her term. The nominees are Erin Bingham, William Athay, and Stephanie Taylor-Thompson.
Overall, five candidates were interviewed on Tuesday at the Bonneville County Elections Office. The other two candidates were Kelly Golden and Brian McKellar.
Under Idaho law, when a legislative seat opens, Republican precinct committee officers pick three qualified candidates. The Governor then appoints one to fill the seat.
“I would like to thank all of the candidates who stepped forward and the precinct committee officers of Legislative District 32 for their willingness to serve,” said LD 32 Chair Maria Hatch. “The process was conducted thoughtfully and respectfully, and I appreciate the professionalism shown by everyone involved.”
The Governor is expected to make the appointment in the coming weeks.