Measles Alert: Metro Public Health Department Prepares for Potential Outbreak in Nashville
2025-03-26
WSMV
The Metro Public Health Department is on high alert, preparing to respond to potential measles cases in Davidson County, despite no current reported cases in Nashville. The department's team is equipped to perform contact tracing for confirmed measles cases, ensuring a swift response to prevent the spread of the highly contagious disease. With measles cases on the rise nationwide, the MPHD is taking proactive measures to protect public health, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and disease prevention in the community, including infectious disease control and outbreak response.
