Measles Spreads in Polk County | Des Moines News

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Measles is spreading in Polk County after a vaccinated person tested positive — and here’s the twist: they caught it overseas and now the virus is lurking in the air for up to two hours. Health officials are scrambling to track down anyone exposed during recent visits to spots in Webster City and Des Moines, including a church, urgent care, and a clothing store. Symptoms? Fever, cough, rash — usually show up 7 to 14 days after exposure. But don’t just show up at the doctor — head to the Polk County Health Department website to report possible exposure. It could take weeks to see the full…