“Based on the circumstances, we believe the risk to our campus community is extremely low," Bullion said in a email to The State News. "The university is continuing to monitor the virus alongside our partners at the Ingham County Health Department.”

Bullion said MSU will continue to share information and resources to help educate the campus community about measles, including how it spreads and preventive measures.

The Ingham County Health Department is still investigating to determine the location and timing of the exposure to measles, according to a press release from the department.

Ingham County Medical Health Officer Dr. Nike Shoyinka said the county is monitoring the case and is taking it "very seriously."

“Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications, especially in young children, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems,” Shoyinka said in the release.

The 1-year-old who tested positive visited the following areas near or on MSU campus: 

April 5

• Tractor Supply (W Grand River Ave, Lansing): 6 to 8:30 p.m.
• Okemos Farmer’s Market in Meridian Mall: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. 
• Aldis, Okemos: 2:30 to 6 p.m.

April 6

• Towar Hart Baptist Church, East Lansing: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. (went to infant room during service)
• Toscana Restaurant, Lansing: 5:30 to 9 p.m. 

April 8

• MSU Community Music School: 5:30 to 7:35 p.m. (bathroom) 
• University of Michigan Health- Sparrow Lansing ED: 6 to 10:30 p.m. 

Individuals who were exposed to the virus are recommended to monitor for symptoms for 21 days from the date of exposure. They are encouraged to contact their health care provider immediately if symptoms develop. People born in or before 1957 are generally considered immune, according to the release.

Symptoms usually appear 7–14 days after exposure but may take up to 21 days. Symptoms can include:

• High fever (can exceed 104°F)
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Watery eyes (conjunctivitis)
• Tiny white spots inside the mouth (Koplik spots)
• Red, blotchy rash starting on the face and spreading to the body

Measles can remain in the air for up to two hours after an infected person coughs or sneezes.

The Ingham County Health Department encourages people to practice awareness and said timely vaccinations are key to preventing further spread. The MMR vaccine is available through the Ingham County Health Department’s Immunization Clinic.

“The MMR vaccine is safe, effective, and remains our best defense. Two doses provide 97% protection,” Shoyinka wrote. “We strongly urge residents to check their vaccination status and contact a healthcare provider if symptoms appear.”