Health officials warn that the public may have been exposed to the virus in Iowa City and Coralville on June 4 and June 5.

Potential exposure sites include:

• Costco in Coralville on June 4 from 11:30 AM to 4:15 PM
• Walmart in Iowa City on June 4 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
• Marshalls in Coralville on June 5 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness. Symptoms may appear one to two weeks after exposure and often include fever, cough, red eyes, runny nose, and a rash that spreads across the body.

Students who visited these locations during the listed times are encouraged to fill out a health assessment survey and monitor themselves for symptoms. Those who begin to feel ill should contact a healthcare provider immediately and call ahead before visiting a clinic or hospital.

If you have questions or believe you may have been exposed, call Johnson County Public Health at 319-356-6040 and ask to speak with a Disease Prevention Specialist.