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Email message shared with the UTSA Community on Sunday, February 23, 2025
Subject: Update on potential measles exposure at UTSA Day, Feb. 15
Roadrunners,
We’re writing to share that today the City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District informed us that a visitor from Gaines County, TX, who toured the main campus on February 15 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. during UTSA Day has now tested positive for measles.
We believe the individual’s infectious window was likely after their date of visit. However, out of an abundance of caution, we are notifying our community and working closely with the San Antonio Metro Health District to share information with anyone who may have been exposed to the infected individual. We will continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated.
Although infection is unlikely for those who are vaccinated, we want to share the symptoms of measles so that you can monitor your health appropriately:
- High fever (up to 105°F)
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- Sore throat
- Rash (typically appears 3–5 days after initial symptoms, starting on the face and spreading downward)
If you have these symptoms, please stay home from work or school and immediately contact an urgent care facility or your physician. The measles vaccine, contained in the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR), is highly effective for individuals who have received the recommended two doses. Individuals who have not received the MMR vaccine or only one dose should consider getting up to date for full protection.
For questions or to arrange a clinical evaluation, UTSA Wellness 360 will be available for students on Monday at 210-458-4142. A telemedicine visit may be recommended to prevent the potential spreading of the virus. For more information about measles, visit the Texas Health and Human Services page.
Your health and wellbeing are our top priorities, and we are here to support you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions.
With appreciation,
Karen O'Rourke
Wellness 360 Director
wellness360@utsa.edu
