Health officials are warning that anyone who visited two River Road businesses in Keizer on March 30 may have been exposed to measles. The public alert names a nail salon and a Vietnamese restaurant, along with specific time windows when an infectious person was on site. People who were at either location during those periods are urged to contact their health care provider and watch for symptoms for up to 21 days.
According to KOIN, the Oregon Health Authority identified Solar Nails and Pho Keizer as the two spots of concern. Solar Nails was listed from about 12:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. on March 30, with Pho Keizer flagged from roughly 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. that same day. The station reports that state officials are urging anyone who was at either site during those times to call a health care provider right away and to phone ahead before seeking in-person care.
Why measles is a concern
Measles is highly contagious, and it does not wait for the telltale rash to show up. The virus can spread through the air before a rash appears, and viral particles can hang around in indoor spaces for up to two hours after an infectious person leaves. Symptoms typically start seven to 21 days after exposure and often begin with fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes, followed by a spreading rash. These details are outlined by the Oregon Health Authority.
What to do if you were exposed
For anyone who thinks they were exposed and does not have proof of immunity, public health guidance stresses quick action. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says an MMR vaccine given within 72 hours of exposure may prevent illness or make it milder, and immune globulin can be used within six days for people who cannot receive the vaccine. Anyone with symptoms should call a health care provider before visiting so staff can set up safe care and reduce the risk of further spread. Your provider or local public health department can help determine whether you need post-exposure treatment.
Where the outbreak stands
State officials declared a measles outbreak in February and rolled out a wastewater surveillance dashboard to monitor viral activity by county, including detections in Marion County that suggest measles is more widespread than confirmed case counts alone indicate. The Oregon Health Authority has said confirmed cases likely capture only part of the picture, and public health teams are continuing contact tracing and exposure notifications. The state’s outbreak update offers more detail on current activity.
Local help and vaccination
Marion County Public Health provides immunization services and can schedule appointments for people who need vaccination or post-exposure care. The county’s immunizations information includes clinic locations and how to book a visit. Residents who do not have a primary care provider are encouraged to reach out to their local health department for help with testing, vaccination and next steps after a possible exposure.
