Hospital Screening Visitors In Response To Measles Confirmed In NEK

The Vermont Department of Health has confirmed several cases of measles in the Northeast Kingdom, and North Country Hospital is taking precautions.

The hospital in Newport has screened visitors since the weekend, a spokesman said.

“There have been no confirmed cases (at the hospital),” said Steve Gonyaw, North Country’s communications director, on Monday. “(The screenings) are out of an abundance of caution.”

He described the screening as an inquiry in which visitors are asked if they have symptoms associated with measles.

The Department of Health reported that a small number of connected individuals in the county have measles.

“We are currently offering testing, vaccination and health guidance and remain in communication with the people involved,” said Health Commissioner Rick Hildebrant, MD. “We will continue to work closely with local hospitals and health care providers to respond to this situation and protect the health of the wider community.”

A statement from the Vermont Department of Health notes that the health risk to the general public is low.

And now it’s time for your Moo92 sports…

In the NBA it’s a battle of the 2 top teams in the Eastern Conference as the 8-3 Boston Celtics travel to Philadelphia to take on the 9-2 76ers. Jaysun Tatum averaging 27 points per game this season. Tip off tonight in Philly at 8pm.

In hockey the Montreal Canadians play host to the Minnesota Wild tonight. The Habs winners of 7 out of their last 8. Puck drops at 7pm.