Infant Diagnosed With Measles Visited Travis County Clinics While Infectious

Austin, TX, September 10, 2026 — A public health alert has been issued following confirmation that an infant, diagnosed with measles, visited two clinics in Travis County, Austin, while the individual was infectious. Health officials are urging individuals who may have been exposed to monitor for symptoms and take necessary precautions.

The Travis County Health Department has not released specific dates or times of the visits, nor has it identified the particular clinics attended by the infant. However, the agency is working to identify and notify individuals who may have been in close contact with the infectious infant during their visits to these healthcare facilities.

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the measles virus. It spreads through direct contact with infectious droplets or by airborne transmission when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Symptoms typically appear 7 to 14 days after exposure and can include a high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a characteristic rash that begins on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. In some cases, measles can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and even death, particularly in young children and those with weakened immune systems.

Health authorities emphasize the importance of vaccination as the most effective way to prevent measles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that children receive two doses of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Adults who are not vaccinated or have not had the disease are also at risk.

Individuals who visited the undisclosed Travis County clinics and are concerned about potential exposure are advised to contact their healthcare provider. Public health officials are providing guidance on symptom recognition and management. The exact number of people potentially exposed and the specific locations visited are currently being determined by the health department as part of its contact tracing efforts.

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