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DPH confirms state's second measles case, first in a vaccinated adult
The Connecticut Department of Public Health has confirmed the state's second case of measles in 2026, this time in a vaccinated Hartford County adult following testing conducted over the weekend.
DPH said the individual had already received two doses of the MMR vaccine, which combines vaccines for measles, mumps and rubella into a single injection.
DPH said this individual was exposed to the unvaccinated Connecticut resident with measles — who was the state's first case of the virus this year— two weeks ago and had since been monitoring their symptoms.
Infections in vaccinated individuals are milder and less likely to spread, according to DPH. This individual's symptoms include fever, cough and a rash.
Second 2026 Connecticut measles case reported
HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) – Connecticut’s second measles case of 2026 in Connecticut was confirmed by state health officials in Monday.
The state Department of Public Health said the patient was a vaccinated adult in Hartford County.
“Testing was conducted over the weekend at the State Public Health Laboratory, and it should be noted the test yielded a weak positive result,” the DPH said in a news release.
The DPH said the Connecticut resident received two doses of the MMR vaccine and is recovering at home. The patient’s symptoms included fever, cough, and rash.
“Infections in vaccinated persons are typically milder and are less likely to spread to others,” the department said. “This person was exposed to the Connecticut adult with measles two weeks ago and had been monitoring for symptoms. While the MMR vaccine is highly effective and is the best way to protect yourself, your family, and your community, infections can still occur, especially following prolonged exposure.”
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